Cellulitis – Current Management Approach Through Complementary and Alternative Medicine

Cellulitis is an inflammatory condition of sub-cutaneous connective tissue under the skin. Bacteria, most commonly Streptococci and Staphylococci, when they get beneath the skin tissue through possible cuts or bruises, play a big role in the pathogenesis of this condition [1,2]. Diagnosis is fairly straight forward based on the appearance of the skin. If untreated, cellulitis may be highly dangerous. Managing cellulitis with integrative and complementary medicine involves three areas of focus: Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial approaches; rejuvenating factors; and enhancing immunity. An integrated and multi-faceted treatment approach may be successful in restoring normal health in patients suffering from cellulitis.