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The presence of an enlarged lymph node.

Symptoms of Swollen Lymph Nodes

The following features are indicative of Swollen Lymph Nodes:
  • tenderness
  • pain in the lymph nodes
  • sore throat
  • night sweats
  • swelling of lymph nodes throughout the body
  • fever
  • runny nose

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Common Causes of Swollen Lymph Nodes

The following are the most common causes of Swollen Lymph Nodes:
  • strep throat
  • measles
  • ear infections
  • infected tooth
  • mononucleosis
  • cellulitis

Other Causes of Swollen Lymph Nodes

The following are the less common causes of Swollen Lymph Nodes:
  • human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
  • lymphoma
  • leukaemia
  • lupus
  • tuberculosis

Risk Factors for Swollen Lymph Nodes

The following factors may increase the likelihood of Swollen Lymph Nodes:
  • rheumatoid arthritis
  • HIV infection
  • tuberculosis
  • lymphoma
  • skin infection

Prevention of Swollen Lymph Nodes

Yes, it may be possible to prevent Swollen Lymph Nodes. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
  • apply a warm compress
  • get adequate rest
  • maintain good health and hygiene

Occurrence of Swollen Lymph Nodes

Number of Cases

The following are the number of Swollen Lymph Nodes cases seen each year worldwide:
  • Very common > 10 Million cases

Common Age Group

Swollen Lymph Nodes can occur at any age.

Common Gender

Swollen Lymph Nodes can occur in any gender.

Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Swollen Lymph Nodes

The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Swollen Lymph Nodes:
  • Physical examination: To check lymph nodes size, tenderness, warmth and texture
  • Blood test: To detect a range of disorders, including infections and leukaemia
  • CT scan (Computerized tomography): Helps in determining the potential sources of infection or find tumours

Complications of Swollen Lymph Nodes if untreated

Yes, Swollen Lymph Nodes causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Swollen Lymph Nodes is left untreated:
  • abscess formation
  • bloodstream infection

Procedures for Treatment of Swollen Lymph Nodes

The following procedures are used to treat Swollen Lymph Nodes:
  • Surgery: To drain an abscess

Self-care for Swollen Lymph Nodes

The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Swollen Lymph Nodes:
  • Apply a warm compress: Apply a warm, wet compress, such as a washcloth dipped in hot water and wrung out, to the affected area
  • Get adequate rest: Helps in recovering the condition

Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Swollen Lymph Nodes

The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Swollen Lymph Nodes:
  • Physical fitness with regular exercise: Improves the ability to move and decreases the swelling
  • Massage therapy: Decreases the swelling and helpful in treating the disease

Last updated date

This page was last updated on 2/13/2019.
This page provides information for Swollen Lymph Nodes.

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