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True or false if you have swollen glands you actually have swollen lymph nodes?
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∙ 9y ago
It depends on where your body is swollen. Lymph nodes are everywhere.
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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 could be the cause of a tender or sore lump in your neck under your ear?
If your neck is swollen and under your ears are red and tender, you may have swollen glands. Swollen glands are a result of an enlargement of the lymph nodes.
Can swollen glands give you a tumor?
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.
What is lymph glands in tagalog?
lymph node is kulani (kulane) in Filipino. when your lymph nodes get palpable or swollen, you say, may kulani ako.
What is the scientific name for swollen lymph glands?
Lymphadenopathy or lymphadenitis refers to lymph nodes which are abnormal in size, number or consistency.
Do swollen lymph glands cause breathing problems?
They can if they're the ones in your airway ... that is the tonsils and adenoids.
What is the symptoms of HIV and aids?
Fever, headache, Sore throat, Swollen lymph glands, Rash
Can breast cancer be caused by swollen lymph nodes?
what kind of infection can cause a swollen lymph node in the left breast
Several knots in both armpits swollen throat?
The "knots" in your armpits are swollen lymph nodes and your throat may have swollen glands as well as swollen lymph nodes. This is very concerning since the lymph nodes swell indicating infection or major illness. Lymph nodes carry lymph fluid and white blood cells throughout our bodies. Certain infections, and certain cancers travel swiftly through the lymph system, thereby causing them to swell.
Are swollen lymph glands a sign of infection?
yes or a more serious condition so go see a doctor
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.
Can a large infected cut on the face cause swollen glands on the neck?
What you call glands are probably lymph nodes. Yes, they will swell. They are part of the immune response.
