THROMBOLYMPHANGITIS Meaning and
Definition
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Thrombolymphangitis is a medical term that refers to the inflammation of both veins and lymphatic vessels, often resulting from blood clot formation within these vessels. It is a condition marked by the simultaneous occurrence of thrombophlebitis (inflammation of veins) and lymphangitis (inflammation of lymphatic vessels).
Thrombolymphangitis commonly occurs when an infection spreads through the lymphatic system, resulting in the accumulation of bacteria or other infectious organisms in the walls of both veins and lymphatic vessels. This accumulation leads to the formation of blood clots, which can impede blood flow and perpetuate the inflammatory process.
Symptoms of thrombolymphangitis typically include redness, warmth, swelling, and pain in the affected area. In severe cases, the infection may spread further, causing systemic symptoms like fever, chills, and malaise.
Treatment for thrombolymphangitis usually involves a combination of antibiotics to address the underlying infection, as well as anti-inflammatory medications to reduce the inflammation and pain. Additionally, management techniques such as elevation of the affected limb and compression therapy may be employed to promote better circulation and alleviate symptoms.
If left untreated, thrombolymphangitis can lead to serious complications such as abscess formation, tissue damage, sepsis, or the spread of infection to other parts of the body. Therefore, early diagnosis and prompt treatment are crucial to prevent the progression of this condition.
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Inflammation of a lymphatic vessel with the formation of a lymph-clot.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for THROMBOLYMPHANGITIS
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Etymology of THROMBOLYMPHANGITIS
The word "thrombolymphangitis" consists of three root elements: "thrombo-", "lymph-", and "-angitis".
1. "Thrombo-" comes from the Greek word "thrombos", meaning "clot". It refers to a formation of a blood clot.
2. "Lymph-" is from the Latin word "lympha" related to "lymbein", meaning "clear water". It represents a fluid called "lymph", which circulates through the lymphatic system in the body.
3. "-Angitis" is derived from the Greek word "angītis", meaning "inflammation of a vessel". It is commonly used in medical terminology to indicate inflammatory conditions related to vessels.
