Cellulitis makes the skin feel hot and tender and can lead to tight, glossy surfaces in the infected areas. As cellulitis spreads, these areas expand as well. Hardened, red areas may begin to protrude from the rest of the skin. Often, these areas are extremely painful upon even light contact and may become numb in severe cases.

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