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  • Title: [Update on current care guidelines. Bacterial skin infections].
    Author: Ranki A, Hyry H, Klimenko T, Laukkala T, Majamaa H, Mäkelä M, Syrjänen J, Vuopio J, Suomalaisen Lääkäriseuran Duodecimin, Suomen Ihotautilääkäriyhdistys RY:N, Asettama Työryhmä.
    Journal: Duodecim; 2010; 126(24):2883-4. PubMed ID: 21268910.
    Abstract:
    Bacterial skin infections are common, and range from mild to serious, even life-threatening infections. This guideline presents treatment options for erysipelas, cellulitis, impetigo, ecthyma, folliculitis, abscess, paronychia (nail infection) and early borreliosis as well as for erysipeloid, mycobacterial skin infections and tularemia. Recommended antibiotic and/or other treatments are described for children and adults.
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