Swollen lymph nodes on the body

When lymph nodes appear and there is swelling in the lymph nodes on the body, the body is infected. This is the process by which the glands are triggering an inflammatory response to destroy, "hold" viruses or bacteria that are entering the body. Children are at high risk for lymphadenopathy for many reasons. So what is swollen lymph nodes on the body? This article will help readers get more information about this disease.

The lymphatic system consists of thin-walled lymphatic vessels responsible for transporting fluids throughout the body. The lymph glands are responsible for filtering the lymphatic fluid, which circulates in the body through the lymphatic vessels.
Before entering the central venous system, lymph passes through the lymph nodes and removes cell fragments, the lymph nodes participate in the immune system.
Lymph nodes are classified into 2 levels as superficial or deep, in which:
Superficial lymph nodes are located just under the skin, present throughout the body, concentrated in the neck, armpit and groin area. Deep lymph nodes are lymph nodes located in the abdominal cavity or chest. Lymph nodes can also respond to allergies that occur on the skin or near the ears, nose, and throat. So, the lymph glands can also become swollen if the body is bitten by an insect or has a fever. This is a normal response to immune abnormalities. However, systemic lymphadenopathy is often severe, associated with viral infections, autoimmune disorders, or common illnesses such as cancer or tuberculosis.

Swollen lymph nodes is a condition in which lymph nodes appear on the body. It is caused by an infection, causing lymph node reactions (reactive lymphadenitis) or infection in the lymph nodes themselves (lymphadenitis) due to microorganisms spreading through the lymphatic system from the original source of infection.

Lymph nodes can grow anywhere on the body, with the most common locations being:
Behind the head, in front and behind the ears. Neck Below jaw, chin, face, above collarbone Anterior, posterior cervical Above collarbone, below elbow Behind knee Inguinal, armpit

Young children are the most susceptible because their resistance is still weak, there is a high risk of infection, leading to reactions in the lymph nodes near the site of infection such as:
Upper respiratory tract infection, due to colds cold or flu Strep throat Infectious mononucleosis. Other causes of swollen lymph nodes :
Inflammation of the lymph node, an infected lymph node with HIV Lymphoma cancer Acute leukemia Bartonella henselae bacteria caused by cat scratching Tuberculosis Kawasaki disease - Rare disease occurring in newborns

5. Who is at high risk for swollen lymph nodes? Lymph node involvement is quite common and can occur at any age. However, women are more susceptible to this disease than men. Young people from 3 to 5 years old are more likely to have lymph nodes. Lymph nodes in children appear even perfectly healthy babies. The neck, armpit, and groin area are most easily recognized when touching the swollen lymph nodes.

If the lymph nodes appear in the neck, it will cause pain and discomfort when moving the neck
If the lymph node size is about 25mm large, the lymph node is hard, fixed, painless, and growing rapidly, this is a Could be a tumor or lymphoma
If there are other accompanying symptoms such as persistent fever, unexplained weight loss, body fatigue, night sweats, persistent sore throat, difficulty swallowing in the neck, it is necessary to quickly go to medical facilities for timely examination and treatment.

Usually, the glands will shrink once an infection or disease causing the swollen lymph nodes is treated. However. It will take about a week for the treatment to recover, once the infection is cleared.
In some cases, the doctor will order the patient to do a biopsy to remove cells from the swollen lymph node to examine under the microscope to better assess the severity or lightness.

To avoid the appearance of lymph nodes on the body, it is necessary to avoid infection by:
Live healthy, eat a healthy diet, balanced nutrition, Exercise regularly, do not smoke Get enough rest enough, avoid stress, Do not have sex with many people, do not share food with people infected with viruses or bacteria to avoid the risk of infection. Swollen lymph nodes in children parents do not need to worry too much because children have weak immune systems, high risk of viral infections, or respiratory infections, so they often have lymph nodes, lymph nodes may disappear. after 1 week to several weeks of treatment. It is best when the lymph nodes appear swollen on the body, should take the child to the hospital for examination and the most accurate advice from the doctor.
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