A diffuse, spreading, acute inflammation within solid tissue, most commonly caused by Streptococcus pyogenes infection, is:
A) candidiasis.
B) impetigo.
C) cellulitis.
D) pediculosis.

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The description of diffuse, spreading, acute inflammation within solid tissue points to cellulitis, which is commonly caused by Streptococcus pyogenes infection. Candidiasis is a fungal infection, impetigo is a skin infection caused by streptococcus or staphylococcus bacteria, and pediculosis is an infestation of lice.

A Diffuse, Spreading, Acute Inflammation Within Solid Tissue, Most Commonly