Whether acute lymphangitis is serious depends on the severity of the condition. Acute lymphadenitis is caused by hemolytic streptococcus bacteria, which spreads to adjacent lymphatic vessels through skin lesions or other sources of infection, and is commonly seen as a result of inflammation of the oropharynx, fungal infections of the feet, and a variety of cutaneous and subcutaneous pyogenic infections.
Mild cases are characterized by congestion, edema, and thickening of the lymphatic vessel walls and surrounding tissues, and the lymphatic vessel lumen is filled with bacteria, and the swelling usually resolves on its own. Severe cases are often accompanied by fever, headache, general malaise, loss of appetite and increased white blood cell count.
For treatment, first of all, pay attention to increase nutrition, improve the body’s immunity; you can carry out local hot compresses, elevate the affected limbs, to promote venous and lymphatic reflux.
For medication, intravenous penicillin, levofloxacin, ceftriaxone sodium, metronidazole and other antibiotics can be used.
In order to prevent lymphedema, pressure bandage can be used to prevent lymphatic retention. Localized infection forming abscess, should be timely incision and drainage.
Acute lymphangitis patients should go to the hospital in time to check, under the guidance of the doctor for standardized treatment.