Prevalence of Pre-Existing Subclinical Leg Lymphedema in Patients with Erysipelas

We found a high prevalence of subclinical lymphedema in the unaffected leg in erysipelas patients, indicating its frequent bilateral occurrence and its role as a primary trigger of erysipelas. Moreover, our study highlights subclinical lymphedema as a risk factor for erysipelas recurrences. Thus, our clinical recommendation suggests bilateral leg compression therapy in erysipelas patients to prevent recurrence and lymphedema exacerbation.