In simple linear regression a single independent variable is used to predict the value of a dependent variable. In multiple linear regression two or more independent variables are used to predict the value of a dependent variable. The difference between the two is the number of independent variables.
Watching for Systemic Symptoms. 1  1. Watch from swollen glands. Serious cases of cellulitis will spread beyond the initially infected region to become systemic and impact the rest of the body. 2  2. Notice if you experience fever and/or chills.
Cellulitis is a common skin infection that happens when bacteria spread through the skin to deeper tissues. Most cases are mild and last several days to a couple of weeks. But cellulitis can sometimes progress to a more serious infection, causing severe illness that affects the whole body (sepsis) or other dangerous problems.