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.
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