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Lymph nodes are the site of white blood cell production.

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Palpation (feeling) tells your health care provider if your lymph nodes are enlarged.

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Q: Why do doctors check for swollen lymph nodes?
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Why do doctors check swollen lymph nodes?

Lymph nodes are the site of white blood cell production.


Why do doctors check for swollen nodes?

Lymph nodes are the site of white blood cell production.


Do doctors diagnose swollen lymph nodes as an infectious disease?

Swollen lymph nodes would be a symptom of a disease rather than the disease itself.


True or false if you have swollen glands you actually have swollen lymph nodes?

It depends on where your body is swollen. Lymph nodes are everywhere.


Can you drink alcohol when lymph nodes are swollen?

Swollen lymph nodes are caused by inflammation, infection or cancer. You cannot drink alcohol when your lymph nodes are swollen because it contributes to the pain.


What are the small organs found on lymphatic vessels called?

Lymphatic vessels are vein-like tubes connected at one end to the tiny organs known as lymph nodes, which carry the lymph (serum full of white blood cells) from the lymph node to the heart. Lymphatic nodes are part of the Lymphatic System, which helps the Immune System fight against pathogens. Whenever you get sick with the flu or some similar virus, your lymph nodes can become swollen--this is why doctors feel the side of your throat when they check you over at an appointment! They're checking to see if your tonsils (lymph nodes in your throat) are swollen.


If you have swollen lymph nodes and a cold sore what could it be?

A cold sore itself can cause swollen lymph nodes.


Can a UTI cause swollen lymph nodes?

UTI does not typically cause swollen lymph nodes. If you have pain when you urinate and swollen lymph nodes in the genital area, see your health care provider ASAP for an accurate diagnosis.


Does using tobacco cause lymph nodes to swell?

No, not directly anyway. The connection is given a long period of time, tobacco use causes cancer, which in turn makes lymph nodes swell. Swollen lymph nodes are most commonly a sign of infection. See a doctor for a check-up if you notice any swollen lymph nodes.


What medicine best for swollen lymph nodes?

For swollen lymph nodes, I wouldn't relay on anything OTC. Get to your doc right away.


What are some symptoms of swollen lymph nodes?

Some symptoms of swollen lymph nodes include fever, runny nose, swollen limb, night sweats, sore throat, skin infections and some others depending of the location of the swollen lymph nodes.


What are the symptom of the spleen and lymph nodes?

Some symptoms of problems with the spleen and lymph nodes are itching, fever, chills, and swollen lymph nodes.