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rise of temperature, cold drinking water is offered in abundance 

 and catharsis is enhanced by enemata. Locally, hot appli- 

 cations are of benefit. Hot towels or cotton held in position 

 ny l)andages and kept soaked with warm water will relieve pain 

 and stimulate resolution. Diuretics may be of benefit and ano- 

 dyne applications are to be employed with profit in some cases. 

 Walking" exercise, if not indulged in to excess, is helpful as soon 

 as acute inflammation has subsided. By giving careful attention 

 to the regimen and providing regular exercise for susceptible 

 hubjects, this type of lymphangitis is often forestalled. 



