An inflammation of connective tissues in skin that primarily occurs on the face and legs and is caused by staphylococcal and streptococcal bacteria is ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


cellulitis

Cellulitis is an inflammation of connective tissues in the skin that is caused by staphylococcal and streptococcal bacteria.

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