Learn how long it takes for cellulitis goes away

With antibiotic treatment, cellulitis usually goes away within 7 to 10 days. The infection may take 2 weeks or longer to clear up if you have a weakened immune system, diabetes or a circulation problem.

Cellulitis usually will not go away on its own, so don’t wait to seek care. Without antibiotic treatment, cellulitis can get worse and cause sepsis, a serious blood infection. Talk to your provider if you’re taking antibiotics and the infection isn’t better within 5 days.