lymphangitis

[ lim-fan-jahy-tis ]

noun

, Pathology.

, plural lym·phan·git·i·des [lim-fan-, jit, -i-deez].

1. inflammation of the lymphatic vessels.

lymphangitis

/ ˌlɪmfænˈdʒaɪtɪs; ˌlɪmfænˈdʒɪtɪk /

noun

1. inflammation of one or more of the lymphatic vessels

Derived Forms

• lymphangitic, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of lymphangitis¹

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of lymphangitis¹

C19: see lymph , angio- , -itis

Example Sentences

A sequel of chronic lymphangitis is a condition known as elephantiasis.

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Consequently, lymphangitis may be considered as infectious and non-infectious.

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In this particular instance it is demonstrated by the laminitis and lymphangitis of the previously sound limb.

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Sporadic cases of this kind are to be seen occasionally, and are apparently caused by repeated attacks of lymphangitis.

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Throbbing vessels are not always easily recognized if the subject is a victim of chronic lymphangitis.

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