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The usual reason for swollen glands is that the lymph system has deposited toxins from the bloodstream in the glands for disposal. Swollen glands are almost always an indicator of poor health elsewhere in the system, rather than a problem in themselves.
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What could be the cause of swollen glands in neck and under the arms?
The cause of swollen glands in the neck and under the arms might be due the affected lymphnodes. The swelling of the neck can also occur when there is overworking of thyroid galnd ending in goitre.
Do your tonsils get swollen if you have mono?
No, your lymph nodes swell and cause the glands in your throat to swell also. And in most cases there are little white spots where it's swollen.
Do swollen lymph glands cause breathing problems?
They can if they're the ones in your airway ... that is the tonsils and adenoids.
What else besides cancer causes canine swollen throat glands?
A infection. Swollen glands means you need to take your dog to the vet. It can aslo be lymphadenitis. Here is a website that explains the condition. http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+2101&aid=319
What causes swollen gland above collar bone?
Swollen glands above the collar bone can occur for many reasons. One of the main reasons is illness, such as a virus, or a bacterial infection of the throat.
Is the phrase swollen glands refers to swelling of the sweat glands?
No, the phrase "swollen glands" does not refer to the swelling of the sweat glands. Swollen glands are the enlargement of the lymph nodes while the sweat glands are a part of the endocrine system.
What might it mean if you have swollen glands?
If the swollen glands can cause in the neck disease.
Could chlamydia cause swollen glands if left untreated for years?
Chlamydia does not cause swollen glands.
Can pregnancy give you a lump in your breast?
they are milk producing glands become swollen, your breasts are getting ready for lactation.
The phrase swollen glands refers to swelling of the sweat glands?
false.
What causes swollen glands?
Strep throat
How do you shrink swollen glands?
By looking for skebtion.
Is swollen glands a sign of pregnancy?
no it is NT
What it means to have swollen glands?
To have swollen glands might mean that you are ill or you have an infection setting in. If you are running a fever or have any other symptoms, see a doctor.
What does it mean to have swollen glands?
To have swollen glands might mean that you are ill or you have an infection setting in. If you are running a fever or have any other symptoms, see a doctor.
Why is your glands swollen?
Swollen glands may signal a problem with the body. See a doctor to find out if there is an infection or other condition that needs medical treatment.
What is supraclavicular lymphnode mass?
It can be caused by a lymph node that is swollen from tumor cells that have metastasized. Can be from from a tumor in the lungs.
