Lymphangitis

Question 1

An inflammatory process involving the subcutaneous lymphatic channels

Answer 1

Lymphangitis

Question 2

Etiology of Acute lymphangitis

Answer 2

GAS; S. aureus; other bacteria. Herpes simplex virus.

Question 3

Etiology for chronic lymphangitis

Answer 3

Mycobacterium marinum,other NTM,Sporotrix schenkii,

and N.brasiliensis.

Question 4

Clinical manifestation of acute lymphangitis

Answer 4

Pain and/or erythema proximal to break in skin.
Red linear streaks and palpable lymphatic cords, up to several centimeters in width,extend from the local lesion toward the regional lymph nodes which are usually enlarged and tender

Question 5

Treatment

Answer 5

systemic antibiotic