Please talk to a physician about this.
A reactive lymph node is the same as an enlarged lymph node. Lymph nodes can become enlarged for a variety of reasons, most of which aren't serious. The ICD code for a reactive lymph node is 785.6.
No Lymph Nodes are in the neck and nasal area.
Enlarged lymph node due to an infection in the body.
yes. :(
possibly an swollen lymph node possibly an swollen lymph node
A lymph node in the neck might enlarge because an infection near the throat.
It's a lymph node that drains an inflamed area. The source of the inflammation can be bacterial-viral infection, immunological disease, or malignancy.
What is cervical lymphadenopathy?
Without physical exam it would be hard to tell what it is. However, the most likely cause of such lump would be an enlarged lymph node. Lymph nodes can be normally enlarged during the course of infection. In this cause it would be an infection somewhere in the head or neck region. It is best to keep an eye on the size of the lymph node as there are other conditions that can cause an enlarged lymph node, including but not limited to lymphoma (cancer of lymph nodes). A biopsy could confirm the diagnosis, but remember that the most common reason is a benign infection.
Neck masses during infancy and childhood may be caused by tumors or infections, or they may be congenital. Lymphadenitis is an infection of a lymph node that becomes enlarged and tender. Most cases are resolved by treating.
Your lymph nodes are enlarged because they are making many more than normal the number of white blood cells. You should see your doctor about this.
Its difficult to say what this could be. It could be your lymph node is swollen and feels like it is palable but Im really not sure. One thing for certain however is that you should see your Doctor ASAP. Any lumps found should always be investigated.