2. Redness on the Neck’s Underside: An Indicator Not to be Ignored
At first glance, redness might seem trivial. After all, skin can turn red for myriad reasons – from sunburn to allergies. However, when it comes to Ludwig’s Angina, this redness is neither trivial nor ordinary. It’s the skin’s response to an underlying, aggressive infection.
The skin is our largest organ, and often the first to show signs when something’s amiss internally. The bacterial infection associated with Ludwig’s Angina doesn’t just wreak havoc beneath the surface; it also manifests externally. The capillaries dilate, blood flow increases, and the skin becomes inflamed – resulting in that distinct red hue.
Again, the body’s design holds the answer. With the floor of the mouth and the neck’s spaces being interconnected, the infection finds an easy path to spread. The neck’s underside, in particular, is vulnerable. This region becomes a visual representation of the internal battle between the body and the bacteria. (2)
