Question 1

1 back of neck swollen lymph node that is red.when touched, itchness occur like mosquito bite. it was there 3 yrs ago but was not red, and itch ?

Accepted Answer

Itchy: Likely a bite.  Sometimes they are red and sometimes not.  Cool compress, benadryl (diphenhydramine) and see if improves.  Another thought would be infection, but this would likely be tender.

Question 2

11 mth old baby has swollen lymph nodes at back of neck.  size of a marble, 4 days.  should i be concerned?  can teething cause it? no other symptoms

Accepted Answer

Swollen lymph nodes: Those nodes can occur with a running nose and many times when a child teethes his nose will run. You neednt be concerned.

Question 3

please i need help i have three swollen lymph nodes all on my neck on of them is rock hard and unmovable(left back of neck) the others are soft and mo?

Accepted Answer

Lymph nodes: Seek immediate attention for your swollen nodes See either your physician or a hemotologistfor help

Question 4

i have two swollen lymph nodes on back of neck at night swell during the day they shrink some on right side under arm is sore but no knot please help?

Accepted Answer

Lymphadenopathy: Lymph nodes swell and fluctuate usually due to the inflammatory reaction of infection. Cancer at your age would be unusual, but not impossible. If it persists beyond a month, you should see someone who can evaluate it with a needle aspiration bx or similar diagnostic procedure.

Question 5

worried about large lymph nodes at back of neck?

Accepted Answer

Make an appointment: Rather than worry, take action.  Share the problem with a professional, starting with your regular doctor.  This is the best way to address the worry-->address the cause of the worry.  You'll move forward and feel better.

Question 6

where are lymph nodes in back of neck and what do they drain?

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Nodes: Under the skin . They mainly drain the scalp but can become enlarged with systemic illness.

Question 7

small sudden swollen lymph node appeared 5 days ago back of neck. has gone down a little. light pain when pressed. not sick and no injuries.

Accepted Answer

Not Ca: In this region nodes not common.  If present they are inflammatory from the back of the hair line or scalp. There are other nodules such as small sebaceous cyts and lipomas that may feel like nodes.  If increasing in number or size, check with LMD for dx and if necesary bx.

Question 8

7 y.o has lymph nodes to back of neck, enlarged since age 2. doesn't hurt, not red, moves under skin. child is thin but no wt. loss. need work up?

Accepted Answer

Needs follow up.: Cervical lymph nodes (in the neck) are common in children.  They can persist for very long periods of time.  Most important is that your pediatrician knows about them and re-examines them periodically (remind him or her from time to time).  They can be removed surgically or biopsied but this is not usually necessary.

Question 9

how many lymph nodes can you feel in back of 2 yo head? i feel clusters at base of neck. not swollen but 4-5. 1 is tiny like sand but mobile. normal?

Accepted Answer

Likely normal: We have many lymph nodes in our  neck.  They are more noticeable (easly palpable) in thin patients and in patients who have an active infection or inflammation.  If they are small (pea-sized) and mobile, they are likely normal.  If it persists, becomes tender, or enlarges, see you pediatrician.  Also if it seems the l ymph nodes are merging into 1 mass, see your pediatrician.

Question 10

is cancer the cause of large lymph nodes on back of neck?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Lymph nodes may enlarge as a result of a number of problems, not just cancer.  You should see your physician soon for further evaluation and proper diagnosis.  It may just be a manifestation of an infection that requires antibiotics to clear up.  But see your doctor.

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1 back of neck swollen lymph node that is red.when touched, itchness occur like mosquito bite. it was there 3 yrs ago but was not red, and itch ?

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11 mth old baby has swollen lymph nodes at back of neck. size of a marble, 4 days. should i be concerned? can teething cause it? no other symptoms

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Please i need help i have three swollen lymph nodes all on my neck on of them is rock hard and unmovable(left back of neck) the others are soft and mo?

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I have two swollen lymph nodes on back of neck at night swell during the day they shrink some on right side under arm is sore but no knot please help?

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Worried about large lymph nodes at back of neck?

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Where are lymph nodes in back of neck and what do they drain?

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Small sudden swollen lymph node appeared 5 days ago back of neck. has gone down a little. light pain when pressed. not sick and no injuries.

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7 y.o has lymph nodes to back of neck, enlarged since age 2. doesn't hurt, not red, moves under skin. child is thin but no wt. loss. need work up?

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How many lymph nodes can you feel in back of 2 yo head? i feel clusters at base of neck. not swollen but 4-5. 1 is tiny like sand but mobile. normal?

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Is cancer the cause of large lymph nodes on back of neck?

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