lymphangitis
[lim-fan-jahy-tis]
- inflammation of the lymphatic vessels.
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Also lym·phan·gi·i·tis [lim-fan-jee-ahy-tis, lim-fan-] /lɪmˌfæn dʒiˈaɪ tɪs, ˌlɪm fæn-/.
Origin of lymphangitis
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Consequently, lymphangitis may be considered as infectious and non-infectious.
Lameness of the HorseJohn Victor Lacroix
The appearance of the limb closely simulated an attack of lymphangitis.
Diseases of the Horse's FootHarry Caulton Reeks
The lymphatic cords and glands are found with all the lesions of lymphangitis.
Special Report on Diseases of the HorseUnited States Department of Agriculture
Excessive suppuration, lymphangitis, and gangrene are causes of a fatal termination by exhaustion.
Special Report on Diseases of the HorseUnited States Department of Agriculture
When greasy heels are complicated by lymphangitis we have a condition very much resembling that of farcy.
Special Report on Diseases of the HorseUnited States Department of Agriculture
lymphangitis
- inflammation of one or more of the lymphatic vessels
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Word Origin
C19: see lymph, angio-, -itis
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lymphangitis
(lĭm′făn-jī′tĭs)- Inflammation of the lymphatic vessels.
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