ConditionCharacteristics
Superficial thrombophlebitisErythema and induration of the involved vein
CellulitisLesions are rarely streaky; affects deeper layers of the skin; skin infection affects superficial and subcutaneous layers
ErysipelasAffects superficial skin layers; well-demarcated margin between inflamed and noninflamed skin
Allergic reaction to insect biteHighest intensity of inflammation is at the point of the insect bite
LymphangitisLinear, streaky, erythematous lesions; often an initiating lesion (e.g., insect bite) or skin infection is present.