What is another word for cellulitis?
Pronunciation: [sˌɛljuːlˈa͡ɪtɪs] (IPA) 
Cellulitis is a bacterial skin infection that often affects the soft tissues of the body. The condition is characterized by redness, swelling, pain, and warmth in the affected area. Several medical terms can be used interchangeably with cellulitis to refer to the same condition. These synonyms include erysipelas, lymphangitis, phlegmon, pyoderma, necrotizing fasciitis, and periorbital cellulitis. Erysipelas is a subtype of cellulitis that affects the upper layers of the skin, while lymphangitis is inflammation of the lymphatic vessels. Phlegmon is a severe form of cellulitis that involves deeper layers of the skin and often requires surgery. Pyoderma refers to pus-filled skin infections caused by bacteria, while necrotizing fasciitis is a rare but life-threatening bacterial infection that destroys tissues.
