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Sinusitis does not cause a lung nodule. The causes of a lung nodule are by infections such as bacterial or fungal. A spot on the lung that is about 3 cm or less is considered to be a lung nodule.
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∙ 15y agoYes. The tissue lining of the nose and sinuses and the tissue lining of the lung are the same type of tissue called pseudostratified columnar epithelium. When the lining of the nose and sinuses becomes inflammed, it can lead to the lining of the lungs becoming inflammed because the linings send chemical messages to each other. That is why many people with Asthma also have sinus and nasal congestion. Because of this, treatment of nasal and sinus disease is importnat in the treatment of asthma.
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Why does a lymph gland infection in the groin area cause a fever?
You probably have it backward. Typically, a lymph gland becomes inflamed because it is part of the front line defense against infection. When you become infected, your lymph gland produces the antibodies necessary to clear the infection. You have a fever because there is an infection SOMEWHERE ELSE. You might need to talk to your doctor.
What system is the pituitary gland a part of?
The lymph gland is not part of the endocrine system. The function of the lymph gland is to remove fluids from between the cells and bring them back to the blood. The lymph gland also filters this fluid. The lymph gland also enlarges with infection. It produces cells to help fight off the infection.
The gland which helps fight off infection and disease during gestation is the gland?
Lymph Nodes.
Can a yeast infection cause swollen lymph nodes?
Yes, a yeast infection can cause your lymph nodes to swell.
What kind of infection cause swollen lymph nodes?
throat infection.
What is cutting out a lymph gland called?
removal of a lymph gland
What could cause swollen posterior cervical lymph gland in child also complaining of needles and pins no obvious cold sore throat etc.?
The most common cause for a swollen lymph node in a child is an infection in the draining area. It need not necessarily be in the throat. Infection over the scalp can also cause this. However if it does not promptly respond to treatment other causes have to be considered.
Lymph Nodules can be either Primary Nodules or Secondary Nodules?
Yes, primary nodules don't have germinal centers(active B cells) while secondary nodules do.
What could cause the lymph nodes around your heart and lungs to swell?
Infection
What gland is a organ of the lymphatic system?
lymph gland
Can breast cancer be caused by swollen lymph nodes?
what kind of infection can cause a swollen lymph node in the left breast
Is a lymph node infection contagious?
That is the tricky question! The infection of the lymph node will not be transmissible. But then the cause of the cervical lymphadenitis may be in the lungs, usually tuberculosis. It is transmissible by air born infection, when the patient coughs.
