Haemophilus influenza cellulitis. A review and case report.
Buccal cellulitis resulting from Haemophilus Influenzae type B (Hlb) is an uncommon yet potentially life-threatening illness that afflicts the facial soft tissues of the very young. Early recognition is essential for the effective treatment of this illness. A clinical case of Haemophilus Influenzae buccal cellulitis is presented, accompanied by a discussion of the presenting symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this unusual childhood infection.
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D002481:Cellulitis / Q000382:microbiology*; D002610:Cheek / Q000382:microbiology*; D006192:Haemophilus Infections / Q000175:diagnosis*; D019741:Haemophilus influenzae type b / Q000502:physiology*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008297:Male; D008406:Masseter Muscle / Q000382:microbiology; D009135:Muscular Diseases / Q000382:microbiology