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Perianal cellulitis

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Perianal cellulitis is most commonly seen in children aged 7 months to 8 years. This condition is characterised by well demarcated erythema which may be accompanied by painful defaecation, itching and bleeding. The cause is often local infection with group A beta haemolytic streptoccoci.


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