Question 1

lymph nodes seem sore but not swollen? is that possible?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Lymph nodes are encapsulated so they can feel sore before the swelling gets big enough to notice

Question 2

my neck lymph nodes are swollen and tender this morning.  so, something might happen to me later today?

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Possible: Obviously this depends on the cause of the lymph node abnormalities.  If further symptoms develop you may benefit from direct physician exam.

Question 3

my lymph nodes are swollen on the one side of my neck and the other side is now also feeling a bit tender.

Accepted Answer

Possible infection : Please see your PCP, and a strep test may be indicated. If there is associated fever, an infection is most likely the cause.

Question 4

i tried smoking k2 yesterday and now my lymph nodes are swollen and sore, could it have done major damage to my body?

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The side effects: Of k2 are numerous and i would just avoid smoking it.  There are websites out there that will list all side effects reported by individuals, check out those sites.

Question 5

what do hard, swollen, extremely painful/tender lymph nodes in the neck mean?

Accepted Answer

Diff possibilities: Tender is usually a good sign & if you have a few relatively small tender lymph nodes & you struggle with allergies or have a cold,  those could cause it. However if you have a very lg or hard, immobile node(s) it's best to get that checked out. You might also want to check for swollen lymph nodes elsewhere in the body & if you find some, that would be another reason to get checked out.

Question 6

what can i do about swollen, hard, tender lymph nodes in my neck that do not move?

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How long?: How long have you have those nodes? If they are recent and occured with an infection, they will resolve on their own, if they have been there for a while, they need to be checked by your doctor.

Question 7

is it normal to feel lymph nodes on your bikini line? feel on both sides, but not visually swollen or sore. i am 5'4, 110 lb female

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you had any lesions on the legs/feet, that could have resulted in fibrosed nodes that are palpable though not enlarged. In places where kids roam barefooted, it is a common finding. 
You may watch and wait. If the nodes get larger, become painful, nodes in other areas of the body become palpable, you get fever or lose weight, see a doctor.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex, if you have sex.

Question 8

lower down on the base of my neck my head feels swollen on the side and gets very sore my lymph nodes are also it happens every couple of months?

Accepted Answer

Joint, muscle or URI: The most likely causes for your neck discomfort is arthritic change in your cervical spine.  The pain comes from spasm of the muscles that overlie the bony spine or inflamed joints in the front (uncinate joints) and back (facet joints) of the spinal column in your neck. The lymph nodes raise the possiblity of upper respiratory infection, but there other serious causes for these so see your doctor.

Question 9

i noticed that my lymph nodes in my arm pits are swollen and sore but i feel fine, i don't have a family dr, should i got to a walkin or wait it out?

Accepted Answer

Get it checked out: Swollen tender lymph nodes in the arm pit could be due to an infection or something more serious.  this should be check out by your physician very soon.  Until you are seen, heat applied to the area may proofed some benefit.

Question 10

i have read that painless swollen lymph nodes that are non tender are mostly cancerous. is this true?

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Concerning...: Painless lymphadenopathy can be caused by many different things.  Anytime there is persistent, painless lymphadenopathy it is concerning for malignancy.  However, there are some benign things that can also cause it like autoimmune disorders, skin diseases, tattoos, and medication reactions to name a few.  Make sure to follow up and find out what is causing this.

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My lymph nodes are swollen on the one side of my neck and the other side is now also feeling a bit tender.

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I tried smoking k2 yesterday and now my lymph nodes are swollen and sore, could it have done major damage to my body?

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What do hard, swollen, extremely painful/tender lymph nodes in the neck mean?

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What can i do about swollen, hard, tender lymph nodes in my neck that do not move?

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Is it normal to feel lymph nodes on your bikini line? feel on both sides, but not visually swollen or sore. i am 5'4, 110 lb female

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Lower down on the base of my neck my head feels swollen on the side and gets very sore my lymph nodes are also it happens every couple of months?

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I noticed that my lymph nodes in my arm pits are swollen and sore but i feel fine, i don't have a family dr, should i got to a walkin or wait it out?

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I have read that painless swollen lymph nodes that are non tender are mostly cancerous. is this true?

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