Cellulitis
Cellulitis is an infection of the skin caused by bacteria. The bacteria enters the broken or normal skin and can spread easily to the tissue under the skin.
Cellulitis can affect almost any part of the body. Most commonly, it occurs on the lower legs and in areas where the skin is damaged or inflamed. Anyone, at any age, can develop cellulitis. However, you are at increased risk if you smoke, have diabetes or poor circulation.