My husband was treated for cellulitis via IV antibiotic. He was in the hospital for three days. He has been home a week, on Augmentin, and his swelling has subsided, however he still has redness in the affected area. He had a pretty bad case this time around. Should the redness be gone by now? It is not hot to the touch.
HI, thanks for using Chat Doctor Redness may be due to the residual inflammation in the area or may indicate the infection is not resolving. If all other symptoms of infection has gone then it is unlikely there is any remaining infection. Other signs and symptoms of infection are fever, fatigue, general unwell sensation, pain, swelling, increased warmth, discharge. If only redness is present then it should go on its own, and you can monitor. If there are other indicators then he should be evaluated by your doctor. I hope this helps