Question

A 60-year-old man presents with an erythematous, warm, tender area on his right lower leg with a clear margin and fever. There is no crepitus, bullae or severe pain out of proportion to signs. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

Cellulitis

Answer

Necrotising fasciitis

Answer

Deep vein thrombosis

Answer

Erysipelas

Answer

Contact dermatitis

Practice question

A 60-year-old man presents with an erythematous, warm, tender area on his right lower leg with a clear margin and fever. There is no crepitus, bullae or severe pain out of proportion to signs. What is the most likely diagnosis?