Cellulitis and erysipelas Quiz: Ace Your Exams

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A 56-year-old woman presents to her primary care physician for evaluation of a painful rash over her right lower calf for the past four days. The patient reports that she has otherwise felt well, and has not had fevers or chills. Past medical history includes hypertension, diabetes, obesity, and lymphedema. Temperature is 37°C (98.6°F), blood pressure is 130/70 mmHg, pulse is 89/min, respiratory rate is 16/min, and oxygen saturation is 98% on room air. On physical examination, the patient has an area of warmth, tenderness, and erythema over the right lower extremity, as shown in the image below. Which of the following findings is most helpful for determining if the patient has cellulitis or erysipelas?  


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