Perianal Streptococcal Cellulitis
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When there is redness and irritation around the anus, especially in childhood, it may be perianal streptococcal cellulitis, an infection of the skin and tissues of that area caused by bacteria of the streptococcus group.
What is usually seen: the perianal skin looks red and tender, and it is sometimes accompanied by discomfort with bowel movements or itching in the area.
Origin: it is related to the presence of these bacteria in the region, which cause local inflammation.
Who treats it? Its evaluation may involve the infectious disease specialist, the pediatrician through the internist, the gastroenterologist, or the general surgeon depending on the case. In the presence of redness that does not clear up or persistent discomfort in that area, it is advisable to seek timely medical guidance.
Data on 115 doctors who treat perianal streptococcal cellulitis
Which specialist treats perianal streptococcal cellulitis?
Perianal streptococcal cellulitis is treated by a general surgeon, with support from an internist for the general medical management of the infection. You can book with a general surgeon near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in perianal streptococcal cellulitis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Alisi Lucila López Marquez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Gabriel Denicia Molina
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Pamela Avila Lamadrid
Dr. Karin Ivette Campos Jimenez
Dr. Jesus Serrano Jaimes
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Frequently asked questions
What is perianal streptococcal cellulitis?
When there is redness and irritation around the anus, especially in childhood, it may be perianal streptococcal cellulitis, an infection of the skin and tissues of that area caused by bacteria of the streptococcus group.
Which doctor treats perianal streptococcal cellulitis?
Perianal streptococcal cellulitis is treated by a general surgeon, with support from an internist for the general medical management of the infection. You can book with a general surgeon near you.