Lymphangitis

Inflammation of lymph vessels that usually results from infection, causing red streaks extending from the infected area, accompanied by fever, headache, and muscle pain. Treatment is by antibiotics.

An inflammation of the channels of the lymph system that are located below the skin. Lymphangitis is commonly caused by Streptococcus bacteria that have entered the lymphatic channels through openings in the skin such as cuts or wounds.

Inflammation of the lymphatic vessels, which can be seen most commonly as red streaks in the skin adjacent to a focus of streptococcal infection. Occasionally a more chronic form results in lymphedema. The infected part is rested and the infection can be eliminated by an antibiotic (e.g. penicillin).

Inflammation of the lymphatic vessels draining a body part that is inflamed or infected. Red streaks are present along the inflamed vessels and are accompanied by heat, pain, and swelling; lymph nodes in the area are enlarged and tender. Treatment consists of antibiotics specific to the organism causing the infection, most commonly group A betahemolytic streptococci (occasionally staphylococci). If the infection is not contained it can produce septicemia.

The affliction characterized by the fiery inflammation of the intricate channels known as lymphatic vessels frequently manifests in conjunction with the condition known as lymphadenitis.

Lymphatic vessel inflammation arises from the spread of bacteria, often streptococci, from an infected wound. This results in the emergence of sensitive red lines on the skin, tracing the path of the lymphatic vessels, moving from the infection point towards the closest lymph nodes. These nodes enlarge and become tender. Typically, the person will experience fever and a general sense of being unwell.

Lymphangitis needs immediate antibiotic treatment to avoid septicaemia, a dangerous condition caused by elevated levels of bacteria and their toxins in the blood.