An acute streptococcal infection characterized by deep-red inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes WordNet 3.0 & Open English WordNet

Erysipelas is a relatively common bacterial infection of the superficial layer of the skin, extending to the superficial lymphatic vessels within the skin, characterized by a raised, well-defined, tender, bright red rash, typically on the face or legs, but which can occur anywhere on the skin. Wikipedia

An acute infection, typically with a skin rash Wikipedia Disambiguation

Human disease Wikidata

An infectious disease of the skin marked by inflammation and accompanied by fever. OmegaWiki

A severe skin disease caused by streptococcus infection in surface and surrounding tissue, marked by continued spreading inflammation. Wiktionary

Severe skin disease. Wiktionary (translation)