infections
Erysipeloid
Symptoms of Erysipeloid
A purplish red, hardened rash develops at the site of the injury. It may itch, burn, and/or swell. Swelling may interfere with use of the hand. Sometimes nearby lymph nodes become swollen. Symptoms may last for 3 weeks. Rarely, theErysipelothrixbacteria spread through the bloodstream and infects joints or heart valves. 