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lymphangitis

American  
[lim-fan-jahy-tis] / ˌlɪm fænˈdʒaɪ tɪs /
Also lymphangiitis

noun

Pathology.
lymphangitides plural
  1. inflammation of the lymphatic vessels.


lymphangitis British  
/ ˌlɪmfænˈdʒaɪtɪs, ˌlɪmfænˈdʒɪtɪk /

noun

  1. inflammation of one or more of the lymphatic vessels

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Origin of lymphangitis

First recorded in 1835–45; lymphang(i)- + -itis

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The exudation lies within the larger lymph-spaces, and is therefore sometimes designated as the result of a lymphangitis, the deep-seated, wider lymph-spaces being concerned rather than those more superficial.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

The patient gives a history of feverish attacks of the nature of lymphangitis during which the swelling becomes painful and tender.

From Manual of Surgery Volume First: General Surgery. Sixth Edition. by Thomson, Alexis

The affected extremities are considerably enlarged, similar to cases of simple lymphangitis.

From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.

When greasy heels are complicated by lymphangitis we have a condition very much resembling that of farcy.

From Special Report on Diseases of the Horse by Michener, Charles B.

The affected part may be cold or hot, and it may show the red lines of lymphangitis and the swelling of the adjacent lymphatic glands.

From A System of Practical Medicine by American Authors, Vol. I Volume 1: Pathology and General Diseases by Various

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