These tutorials must not be reproduced without permission or used in any other publication. Introduction The skin acts as the body s largest and most effective barrier against infection. Below this lies layers of superficial and deep fascia. Between these planes there exists a cleft, containing blood vessels, lymphatics, fat and nerves. Below the fascia lies musclle and bone.
Skin infections are uncommon.
Colonising bacteria are particularly virulent. Treatment is with topical antibiotics. Group A Streptococci and Staph Aureus. There is blockage of the lymph drainage sore, bright red, well demarcated sharp border. Associated with fever, malaise and sepsis syndrome.