What is the Drug of Choice for Severe Cellulitis?
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Cellulitis is a common cause of hospital admission in the United States, representing a significant portion of all hospitalizations for infectious diseases. The determination of what is the drug of choice for severe cellulitis depends on several factors, including whether Methicillin-resistant *Staphylococcus aureus* (MRSA) is suspected and the patient's overall health. For most severe cases, broad-spectrum intravenous (IV) antibiotics are the starting point for treatment.
