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v. On initial treatment, leave wound open and pack with iodoform or dry sterile
gauze, if available. On subsequent dressings, loosely pack the wound and leave
gauze protruding to facilitate drainage (wick the wound). DO NOT SUTURE
THE SITE.
b. Bandage site and perform wound checks daily.
8. Treat per Pain Management Protocol.

Disposition
SECTION 2 1. Re-evaluate daily and watch for progression of erythema while on antibiotics.
2. Cellulitis in critical areas (head, neck, hand, joint involvement, perineal) re-
quires Priority evacuation.
3. Use of IV antibiotics requires Priority evacuation.

Cellulitis

Cellulitis with Abscess Formation

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