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NASCAR STREET CLOSURES

Due to the NASCAR Chicago Street Race on July 5 - 6, and related events, there will be rolling street closures and traffic congestion June 19 - July 7.

Before your appointment, check the NASCAR website for the latest street closures. Bus routes may be affected. For current CTA and Metra schedules, visit TransitChicago and Metra. Navigation apps like Waze and Google Maps will reflect real-time closures

Please allow extra travel time. All hospital parking garages will remain open, though alternate routes may be needed.

Lurie Children’s Home Specialties & Conditions Cellulitis
Condition

Cellulitis in Kids

Specialty

Cellulitis is a bacterial infection of the skin and underlying tissues.


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What Are the Types and Causes of Cellulitis that Affects the Eye?

  • Preseptal Cellulitis - the infection affects the eyelid. Causes can include bug bite, trauma, chalazion or hordeolum/stye.
  • Postseptal/Orbital Cellulitis - the infection affects the eyelid as well as tissues further back around the eye. The most common cause is a sinus infection. 

What Are the Symptoms of Cellulitis?

  • Preseptal cellulitis
  • Eyelid swelling
  • Pain
  • Redness
  • Drainage
  • Postseptal/Orbital cellulitis
  • Symptoms associated with preseptal cellulitis
  • Pain with eye movement
  • Decreased vision

How Is Cellulitis Diagnosed?

Cellulitis is typically diagnosed following a complete history and eye examination. If there is concern for postseptal/orbital cellulitis, then a CT scan may be needed.

What Is the Treatment for Cellulitis?

  • Preseptal Cellulitis - Oral antibiotics.
  • Postseptal/Orbital Cellulitis - Intravenous antibiotics. Surgery is sometimes needed if an abscess has formed.