Lymphangitis
Key features:
•Red streaks extending from the infection site towards the lymph nodes
•Associated with cellulitis (swollen, warm skin)
•Fever and chills possible
•Pain and swelling in the affected limb
Typically caused by bacterial infection, commonly Streptococcus or Staphylococcus species.
species of group A beta-hemolytic streptococci (GABHS) are the most common causes of lymphangitis. These organisms elaborate fibrinolysins and hyaluronidase, which aid their invasion of lymphatic channels. Lymphangitis caused by GABHS can rapidly progress and has been associated with serious complications.
Treatment:
•Antibiotics
•Rest and elevation of the affected limb
Key features:
•Red streaks extending from the infection site towards the lymph nodes
•Associated with cellulitis (swollen, warm skin)
•Fever and chills possible
•Pain and swelling in the affected limb
Typically caused by bacterial infection, commonly Streptococcus or Staphylococcus species.
species of group A beta-hemolytic streptococci (GABHS) are the most common causes of lymphangitis. These organisms elaborate fibrinolysins and hyaluronidase, which aid their invasion of lymphatic channels. Lymphangitis caused by GABHS can rapidly progress and has been associated with serious complications.
Treatment:
•Antibiotics
•Rest and elevation of the affected limb
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Erysipelas
- Causes: Group A Streptococcus bacteria
- Symptoms:Red, swollen, and warm skin with a well defined edge, pain, and systemic symptoms like fever.
• An infection of only the upper layers of skin is called erysipelas.
• If deeper layers are infected, it is called cellulitis.
• Both of these infections are most common on the feet and lower legs.
• They can be treated with antibiotics.
- Causes: Group A Streptococcus bacteria
- Symptoms:Red, swollen, and warm skin with a well defined edge, pain, and systemic symptoms like fever.
• An infection of only the upper layers of skin is called erysipelas.
• If deeper layers are infected, it is called cellulitis.
• Both of these infections are most common on the feet and lower legs.
• They can be treated with antibiotics.
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