Term Name:	lymphangitis
Synonyms:
Definition:	A lymphatic system disease that is characterized by inflammation of the lymphatic channels which occurs as a result of infection at a site distal to the channel. It is caused by Streptococcus pyogenes (Group A strep) or Staphylococcus aureus. Lymphangitis is also sometimes called blood poisoning.
Ontology:	Human Disease [DOID:9317]   ( DOID:9317 )