Lymphangitis (Lymph Tissue Inflammation)
Description
Inflammation of the lymph glands and lymph channels. The most common cause is infection (streptococcal or staphylococcal) although cancer can also cause the disorder. The location of the affected gland(s) is usually associated with the site of the underlying infection, tumor, or inflammation.
Symptoms
Red streaks extending away from the infected area, throbbing pain along the affected area, fever, chills, general ill feeling, headache, loss of appetite, muscle aches.
Tests
A history and physical exam will be performed. A biopsy and culture of the affected area may reveal the cause of the inflammation. Blood cultures may also be done to identify the organism.
- CBC
Treatment
Treatment may include: antibiotics, pain medications, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications/NSAIDs (ibuprofen/Motrin or Advil, naproxen/Naprosyn), pain medications such as acetaminophen (Tylenol), and hot moist compresses. Surgery may be needed to drain any abscess. If the infection is severe intravenous antibiotics may be administered.
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