Swollen lympnoids,what is the cause & symptons?

Question

To whom It May Concern,

I had a Dr. appointment today, just for a regular checkup, he examined my neck & said my lympnoids felt unormal. Has anyone out there ever had that problem?

Thank You,

Lee Hert

Answer 1

Swollen lymph nodes is known as "lymphadenopathy." Lymphadenopathy may be a reaction to an infection. In this case, the swollen nodes are typically tender. Swollen lymph nodes can also be a manifestation of cancer. It's a pretty non-specific finding.

Answer 2

Most people are not aware that there are actually two circulatory systems in the human body. One is of course for the blood but the other is for what is called lymph. Lymph nodes are part of that system and is responsible for the normal sequestering or isolation of infectious particles or material for the eventual digestion and expulsion from the body. Think of it as your body's system to quarantine foreign material for processing and excretion. Lymph nodes are the containers for this process and they can become swollen around the time of a recent infection, or fever. Sometimes they swell up then shrink. Other times, they remain enlarged without any ill effects other than a noticeable mobile pea sized bump on your neck or groin area. Lymph nodes are located throughout the body but are in the highest concentrations around the neck and inner thigh areas. They may be more noticeable when located just above a hard surface like the back lower part of your head behind the ears. Enlarged nodes usually go away once your body is done digesting it. However, even if they remain enlarged, in and of itself, one or two nodes typically don't mean much unless there are other factors like supporting lab evidence, family history, or unexplained multiple enlargements. If it doesn't go away after a couple of weeks get it checked but don't stress about it. Most times, they turn out to be nothing. Aside from this there are some massage therapists that are trained in something called lymphatic drainage. I don't know of any studies that show efficacy for reducing lymph nodes but it might be worth checking out. Hope all of this helps.

Answer 3

It depends greatly on where the lymph nodes are located.(There are many lymph nodes in your neck under the jaw all down the sides and in the posterior part of you neck they are all know as cervical lymph nodes.)They will usually swell in the area close to where an infection, (bacterial or viral). In this case they are usually tender. They can also become enlarged from cancer, tumors, HIV, mono, cat scratch disease and like a million other things. Even from hitting you leg real hard can cause inguinal nodes to swell. It is usually nothing to worry about.
Some signs that are to be concerned with are fevers of unknown origin, night sweats, Lymph nodes that are "fixed" (cannot be moved), lymph nodes that increase in size, lymph nodes that are > 1 inch, and abnormal blood counts.

Answer 4

When I was 14, yes, about a decade and a third ago! I had it during the late spring and I think it was a reaction to pollen and also an infection in my throat. Keep in mind that it is normal to have that as your body goes into overdrive to fight off infection. If it doesn't subside perhaps you will need a greater examination or blood tests. Good luck!

Answer 5

One million things can cause your lymph nodes in your neck to swell...dandruff, sore throat, rotten tooth, severe acne, mono, strep, and then there are worse things like lymphoma and sarcoidosis. You really never know without a biopsy and good history.

Answer 6

well im having the same problem on the left side of my neck along with unusual left rib pain