COMPARISON BETWEEN DRESSING OF CELLULITIS WITH GLYCERIN AND MAGNESIUM SULFATE VERSUS NORMAL SALINE

Background: Cellulitis is an acute inflammatory condition of the skin that is characterized by localized pain, erythema, swelling and heat. Cellulitis may be caused by indigenous flora colonies of the skin appendages. Methods: This study comprises of patients attending Alluri Sitaramaraju Academy of Medical Sciences (ASRAM Hospital) between June 2018 to January 2019. After proper history taking, examination and investigations patients were admitted and treated. Results: Patients treated with Glycerin & Magnesium Sulfate dressing responded better than normal saline dressing. No complication was observed, healing was faster and reduced hospital stay. Conclusions: In this study, author have observed patients treated with Glycerin & Magnesium Sulfate dressing responded better than normal saline dressing. No complication was observed, healing was faster and reduced hospital stay.