What are the risk factors for cellulitis from a bug bite?

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What are the risk factors for cellulitis from a bug bite?

Children spend more time outside and tend to get more bug bites than adults. Their fingernails are often dirtier, too. These factors increase a child’s risk for cellulitis.

If you have a weak immune system due to autoimmune disease, cancer or another illness, you may be more prone to cellulitis. The immune system helps your body fight off infections.

Other cellulitis risk factors include:

  • Chronic edema (swollen skin and tissues).
  • Diabetes.
  • Excess weight.
  • Problems with the lymphatic system, which helps fight infections.

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