Cellulite Infection

Symptons and Prevention Against Cellulite

Cellulite infection is most likely the last thing most women think of when they are pondering on their orange peel skin. In fact, the majority of the 90% of women that have cellulite will never think about it.

However, that is no to say that we cannot learn a little about it just in case. Cellulitis, as cellulite infection is more commonly known, is actually an infection that does touch a relatively small number of women.

It is uncomfortable and in some cases downright painful so it is only right that we look at what it is and how you can put prevention in place.

What Is Cellulitis?

Cellulitis occurs when the connective tissue just under the skin become inflamed. The connective tissue initially causes the cellulite because it effectively tightens around the subcutaneous layer of fat that is designed to keep us warm. That area of the body can be vulnerable for any number of reasons because there are several things that could allow the infection in.

The bacteria do not have the ability to penetrate the skin on its own so it will go through broken skin. For example, if you have a blister, cut, insect bite, burn or crack in the skin then the bacteria can reach the connective tissue and cause the cellulite infection.

Cellulitis only affects the top layer of skin in the majority of cases, but it can reach the tissue below and this can cause extremepain. It is also possible for the bacteria to get into the blood stream if it is not treated at the first signs of infection. The majority of people actually have cellulitis in their legs, arms and thighs.

It is rare that it affects any other part of the body.

It is important to note that cellulitis is not caused by cellulite. Having cellulite does not mean that you will have a cellulite infection. In fact, the likelihood is that you will not. The two are not directly related. It just so happens that the connective tissue is more vulnerable than most tissue.

The Symptoms

There are many symptoms that can cause you to be eventually infected with cellulite, and some of them will come as a surprise to you. You do get the redness and swelling present in similar infections. The infected area will also be tender or sore.

However, you could also have a fever, chills, nausea or a headache! The onset is fairly rapid so go to the doctor with any problems as soon as they arise.

Prevention

There are certain things you can do to help prevent cellulite infection. Cellulite reduction is not really one of them. Any woman with or without cellulite can get cellulitis.

However, if you have varicose veins or severe cellulite then you are at more risk. Always eat a healthy and balanced diet because this will help you to reduce your cellulite as well as boosting your immune system so you can fight off the bacteria from within.

If you do have any burns, blisters, cuts and so on, be sure to disinfect and clean the wounds regularly. This will prevent bacteria from getting into the wounds to begin with.

Always remember that prevention is better than cure so protect yourself as far as you can and listen to your body