Lymph vessels of the arm and hand | Lymphatic vessels
Lymph vessels of the arm and hand Lymphatic vessel inflammation (also called lymphangitis) is usually caused by pathogens (bacteria) or other toxins (snake venom, insect venom, chemotherapeutic drugs). When pathogens or harmful substances circulating in the blood enter the lymphatic system, it often leads to inflammation of the lymph vessels or lymph nodes. Lymphangitis often … Lymph vessels of the arm and hand | Lymphatic vessels