Question 1

what could be the cause of chronically enlarged lymph nodes to neck in an otherwise healthy child? is an ultrasound to evaluate helpful or not needed?

Accepted Answer

Often normal: Truth is that some kids just have robust lymph nodes. They are your friends. Be thankful for good health.

Question 2

if enlarged lymph nodes in neck are because of cancer somewhere else would it have to be in an area close to the neck?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no...: Neck lymph nodes may become enlarged with tumors of the head and neck, such as squamous cell carcinoma of the throat. &amp;#40;Smokers are prone to this problem.&amp;#41; This is because the lymphatic channels in the neck will filter through neck nodes before draining into a larger vessel in the chest.  In contrast, lymphoma is a tumor of lymph nodes themselves, and can cause enlargement of any node.

Question 3

can hsv1 cause enlarged lymph nodes  in neck and collarbone ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hsv1, the virus that causes cold sores, can definitely make these lymph nodes enlarged.  If you have an active sore on your mouth, and your neck and collarbone lymph nodes are enlarged and sore, they should improve as the sore improves.  If you don't have a sore, they don't improve, or you have painless, enlarged lymph nodes, you should be examined by a doctor.  Don't wait too long!

Question 4

can hsv cause enlarged lymph nodes in neck and collor bone ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: My answer is yes, it can - but off course it will depend on where is the location of the hsv infection. There are many other things that can cause lymph nodes enlargement . See you doctor for further evaluation.

Question 5

can muscle tension/anxiety cause enlarged lymph nodes in neck? or submandible lymph region?

Accepted Answer

No: However, if you tend to be over-anxious and you're a young adult, you'll start noticing the lymph nodes that everybody has in their necks. A dangerous node is obviously very abnormal clinically. You need to learn to ignore the ones that aren't fixed to surrounding structures, stony-hard / tire-rubber hard, and not deforming. Please talk with your physician about overcoming these kinds of fear

Question 6

i have enlarged lymph nodes in neck and fatigue. i also have occasional pain under right rib cage and have been experiencing more acne.

Accepted Answer

Mono-like: Sounds like a mononucleosis-like syndrome, which can have many causes, from epstein-barr virus. Cmv, toxoplasmosis, HIV and so on and so on.  Go see a pcp and be thoroughly evaluated.  This cannot be diagnosed over the internet.

Question 7

very enlarged lymph nodes in neck and upper back and collarbone and chest. why is it hard to swallow? feels like i have thick phlegm that  wont go dwn

Accepted Answer

Pressure and swell: This can be related to a number of things but often the swelling is underneath where you actually can feel or see (like a glacier).  If these have not gone done within one week go see a doctor.  There are tests that need to be done.  If you feel like you can't breath or have chest pain go to be evaluated urgently.

Question 8

i've had enlarged lymph nodes in neck, throat, underarms, and groin since the first of the year, yet my internist is unconcerned.   should i be? i am.

Accepted Answer

Second opinion: Not sure without the benefit of examining you. Enlarged lymph nodes throughout the body coil indicate a problem. If you are concerned i would encourage you to obtain a second opinion.

Question 9

does a chest x ray reveal enlarged lymph nodes in neck area such as under the thymus gland caused by lymphoma?

Accepted Answer

Chest X-ray. : A chest X-ray would not be a reliable test in this regard.

Question 10

enlarged lymph nodes in neck and crease of arm. dr wont do a biopsy. just a ct scan but only of my neck. how can i get her to do test for other nodes?

Accepted Answer

Second opinion: get a second opinion and see a head/neck surgeon for  a lymph node biopsy. Make sure to have comprehensive blood testing performed.

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Chronic enlarged lymph nodes in neck

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What could be the cause of chronically enlarged lymph nodes to neck in an otherwise healthy child? is an ultrasound to evaluate helpful or not needed?

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If enlarged lymph nodes in neck are because of cancer somewhere else would it have to be in an area close to the neck?

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Can hsv1 cause enlarged lymph nodes in neck and collarbone ?

A member asked:

Can hsv cause enlarged lymph nodes in neck and collor bone ?

A member asked:

Can muscle tension/anxiety cause enlarged lymph nodes in neck? or submandible lymph region?

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I have enlarged lymph nodes in neck and fatigue. i also have occasional pain under right rib cage and have been experiencing more acne.

A member asked:

Very enlarged lymph nodes in neck and upper back and collarbone and chest. why is it hard to swallow? feels like i have thick phlegm that wont go dwn

A member asked:

I've had enlarged lymph nodes in neck, throat, underarms, and groin since the first of the year, yet my internist is unconcerned. should i be? i am.

A member asked:

Does a chest x ray reveal enlarged lymph nodes in neck area such as under the thymus gland caused by lymphoma?

A member asked:

Enlarged lymph nodes in neck and crease of arm. dr wont do a biopsy. just a ct scan but only of my neck. how can i get her to do test for other nodes?

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