Question 1

can you tell me if there are lumph nodes inside mouth?

Accepted Answer

Sure, tonsils are: 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 2

reactive lumph node on neck + reactive sub cm lump node in axillara, doctors advice fna biopsy, other doctor say wait, what i do?

Accepted Answer

Biopsy: Biopsy should be done to find the cause so be treated.

Question 3

35y stage i rectal cancer cured via lar w/ tme & wide margin, post-op biopsy clear of cancer in all 17 lumph nodes. advice on follow-up & gene tests?

Accepted Answer

Genetic testing=Y: Close observation to include every 3 mo x 2 yrs, eval in office (look at anastomosis), belly and ln exam, lab tests (cea) and symptom review. Ct abd, pelvis at 1 yr and slowly decrease follow up as you remain symptom free.Genetic testing will tell you if you are at increased risk of other ca, esp. Ovarian, breast, and also eval for family risk, (siblings, children).

Question 4

can small cuts from cupping therapy behing ears cause swollen lumph nodes behind the ear?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: You might have some type of infection. Please see your doctor about this. Good luck.

Question 5

after risky explousure hiv rna pcr 9,cmia 32&85,hiv elisa 212 days,hepatitis b & c 212 days non reactive.my symptoms enlarged 1.5 cm lumph node since 150 days.still exist it is related to any std/hiv? my tests are rule out hiv? or any tests required?

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: but unlikely HIV or hepatitis.  Possibly testing for syphilis should be done.

Question 6

i am having laser tattoo removal on the back of my neck. i had my first session two weeks ago , its healing very well however i noticed a round hard painful lump at the base of my skull back of neck. swollen lymph node??

Accepted Answer

: You are likely correct. Any disturbance of the skin surface as would be in tattoo removal may trigger enlargement of local nodes that can persist for a few weeks.

Question 7

my upper gums and teeth are bleeding since one year and dr says it is normal my gums are sensitive and i am developing permanent swollen lymph nodes under my jaw that is movable. is this bleeding cause those swollen nodes?

Accepted Answer

: Bleeding gingiva = inflammation. Over the long run, inflammation can result in periodontal disease and loss of teeth. It may be wise to see a periodontist (gum specialist) in your area for a second opinion.

Question 8

i would like to know what is fibroglandular destiney, intramammany lumph nodesd, and axillary lymbh nodes.  and are any of these harmful?

Accepted Answer

Breast mass: This sounds like a breast mass. This should be evaluated. .

Question 9

what are interaortocaval nodes?

Accepted Answer

This is name/locatio: Lymph nodes are present in many parts of our body.
Aorta and Vena Cava are 2 big blood vessels that run next to each other in your abdomen. The lymph node that you have describe is located deep inside, between these two blood vessels in the center of your abdomen. Tell us the size in case you know?

Question 10

what is the function of node of ranvier?

Accepted Answer

Nerve function: They help the nerves generate electrical impulses necessary for nerve function.

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Can you tell me if there are lumph nodes inside mouth?

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Reactive lumph node on neck + reactive sub cm lump node in axillara, doctors advice fna biopsy, other doctor say wait, what i do?

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35y stage i rectal cancer cured via lar w/ tme & wide margin, post-op biopsy clear of cancer in all 17 lumph nodes. advice on follow-up & gene tests?

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Can small cuts from cupping therapy behing ears cause swollen lumph nodes behind the ear?

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After risky explousure hiv rna pcr 9,cmia 32&85,hiv elisa 212 days,hepatitis b & c 212 days non reactive.my symptoms enlarged 1.5 cm lumph node since 150 days.still exist it is related to any std/hiv? my tests are rule out hiv? or any tests required?

A member asked:

I am having laser tattoo removal on the back of my neck. i had my first session two weeks ago , its healing very well however i noticed a round hard painful lump at the base of my skull back of neck. swollen lymph node??

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My upper gums and teeth are bleeding since one year and dr says it is normal my gums are sensitive and i am developing permanent swollen lymph nodes under my jaw that is movable. is this bleeding cause those swollen nodes?

A member asked:

I would like to know what is fibroglandular destiney, intramammany lumph nodesd, and axillary lymbh nodes. and are any of these harmful?

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What are interaortocaval nodes?

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What is the function of node of ranvier?

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