What is causing lymphadenopathy!?

ollinger · Silver Member Joined: 08 Nov 2002 Posts: 238

Hello. I'm 30 year old female and I'm interested to hear more about possible causes of my problems with lymph nodes. About a week ago I have noticed that some of my neck lymph nodes are a bit swollen but I didn’t pay too much attention on it.
Problem is that yesterday I've noticed some swollen lymph nodes under my armpits and my groin region. This got me really frightened because I have never experienced anything similar. I've read somewhere that this condition is called lymphadenopathy- if I spelled it correctly. I really don’t know anything about it and I would really appreciate if someone could help me!

deakins · Newbie Joined: 21 Jan 2005 Posts: 19

Hi. I see that you are frightened because of all this and I would really like to help you. You were right- this condition is called lymphadenopathy and there are several possible causes.
These lymph nodes are highly organized centers of immune cells that filter foreign bodies that enter blood. In most cases lymphadenopathy occurs when bacteria or virus enters a blood stream. Localization of these swollen lymph nodes can tell a lot about the probable cause.
There is no chance you could tell what could be the problem- not until you contact your general practitioner. He will probably do some blood tests and determine what bacteria is the cause.
Don’t loose any more time!

What is causing lymphadenopathy!?

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