Left untreated this infection could lead to sepsis, something that can prove fatal
A health expert has urged people not to ignore a red line on the skin as it could signal a medical emergency. Doctor Joe Whittington, from the US, revealed that red "streaking" could be a symptom of a dangerous infection.
Speaking over this video, Dr Joe explained that this could be a symptom of lymphangitis. If not treated promptly this infection can lead to abscesses forming or even sepsis, he said. In the caption below he explained more about this condition. “Lymphangitis is an inflammation of the lymphatic vessels, often caused by a bacterial infection, typically streptococcus or staphylococcus,” Dr Joe said.
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