Question 1

my girlfriend has swollen lymph nodes throughout her body. some are hard and fixed and others are hard and movable. she has had a ton of other symptoms, but doctors can't figure it out. cbc is normal.

Accepted Answer

A biopsy: of one of those nodes may be in order. Check with your doc.

Question 2

some swollen lymph nodes in my body have been present for a couple weeks. i went to a doctor they did blood work and it was normal. he said not to worry about size unless they grow. so if lymph nodes are under 1 cm should i still be concerned?

Accepted Answer

Watch and wait: You may feel the nodes every couple of weeks, if any of  the lymph glands doubles in size, becomes painful, ulcerates, or other nodes become enlarged, or you develop fever, or lose weight, you should see a doctor. 
Wish you good health!

Question 3

swollen lymph nodes all over body. all less than 2 cm but i keep getting more. low grade temps over 6mths. normal ct scan... what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Maybe nothing wrong: With small nodes and normal CT -- implying no enlarged nodes internally, no abnormalities of spleen or liver -- maybe nothing is wrong. Lymph nodes under 2 cm may not be enlarged at all -- assuming the lumps you feel are lymph nodes in the first place. Has your doctor confirmed them? Any lab results, e.g. HIV, syphilis, blood count? If your doc has reassured you all is well, I would agree.

Question 4

swollen lymph nodes-on/off pain for 3 mon,rashes,body ache.saw 3 docs,no diag.tested for lyme,ana,hiv,cmv,ebv,sti..neg.cbc -normal.worred hlp pls?

Accepted Answer

A lymph node: Biopsy...is probably your next step....it will "settle" your concerns.....A "needle" aspiration may be sufficient!

Good Luck
Hope this helps!
Dr Z

Question 5

ive been sick for 2 months!! swollen lymph nodes on left side of body. ive been to the dr.s office 3 times.

Accepted Answer

More specifics: Do you mean the swollen nodes at the left side  of the neck and  not the whole body?  If so, it may mean that there is a sinus infection or dental abscess. I can't think of a condition which causes nodes to be enlarged involving much of the left side of the body. Perhaps you need a second opinion by seeing another doctor

Question 6

i have swollen lymph nodes all over my body for months they hurt ?

Accepted Answer

Need attention ASAP: If you have swollen lymph nodes all over the body, need to get examined by your PCP as chronic infections, blood related conditions like leukemia, lymphoma need to be ruled out. You need detailed work up.

Question 7

can lexapro cause swollen lymph nodes just on the left side of the body?

Accepted Answer

: Swollen lymph nodes, if caused by medication, are generally on both sides of the body.  See your physician for an exam and other testing, as lymph nodes can represent other forms of disease.

Question 8

can acne cause swollen lymph nodes and is it normal to feel lymph nodes in a teenager?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: Lymph nodes are commonly felt in the head and neck because they are not buried in fat or muscle like they are in the rest of the body. Skin irritation,bug bites,acne and or illness can cause transient swelling in nodes. They usually enlarge/shrink over a 3-6 wk cycle but may persist when the triggering problems remain.

Question 9

can a spider bite cause swollen lymph nodes thru my body?

Accepted Answer

Monitoring Centers: Lymphatic system absorbs/carries things too big to go into the arteries/veins like bacteria eaten by white cells and digested food. Lymph nodes "taste" the lymph for anything bad  like bacteria/viruses/cancers, etc. When it detects a problem, it alerts the immune system and your body reacts.  They enlarge in response to the inflammation they create when they react.  They shrink when all is well.

Question 10

what to do if i have swollen lymph nodes all over my body since 9 months. i need a doc to answer this.?

Accepted Answer

Blood test: you should have blood test for EBV ,CMV and CBC and if negative to have biopsy of  one of the large lymph nod

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My girlfriend has swollen lymph nodes throughout her body. some are hard and fixed and others are hard and movable. she has had a ton of other symptoms, but doctors can't figure it out. cbc is normal.

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Some swollen lymph nodes in my body have been present for a couple weeks. i went to a doctor they did blood work and it was normal. he said not to worry about size unless they grow. so if lymph nodes are under 1 cm should i still be concerned?

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Swollen lymph nodes all over body. all less than 2 cm but i keep getting more. low grade temps over 6mths. normal ct scan... what can it be?

A member asked:

Swollen lymph nodes-on/off pain for 3 mon,rashes,body ache.saw 3 docs,no diag.tested for lyme,ana,hiv,cmv,ebv,sti..neg.cbc -normal.worred hlp pls?

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Ive been sick for 2 months!! swollen lymph nodes on left side of body. ive been to the dr.s office 3 times.

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I have swollen lymph nodes all over my body for months they hurt ?

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Can lexapro cause swollen lymph nodes just on the left side of the body?

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Can acne cause swollen lymph nodes and is it normal to feel lymph nodes in a teenager?

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Can a spider bite cause swollen lymph nodes thru my body?

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What to do if i have swollen lymph nodes all over my body since 9 months. i need a doc to answer this.?

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