Ramsha Zaheer6 months ago

Lymphadenitis

Lymphadenitis is the inflammation of a lymph node (single or multiple) usually caused by local skin or soft tissue bacterial infection. Clinical features include fever, tender lymphadenopathy of regional lymph nodes, and red streaking of skin from the wound or area of cellulitis. If left untreated, it can lead to thrombosis of adjacent veins, sepsis, and even death. Diagnostic studies include blood and wound cultures. It is usually treated with appropriate broad-spectrum antibiotics and warm compresses. Wound drainage may ultimately be necessary.