Question 1

is it normal for lymph nodes to swell on both sides of the neck? i dont feel sick and they dont hurt. its just a fullness feeling.

Accepted Answer

Bilateral lymph node: swelling is not normal and should be evaluated by a health care professional even if you do not feel sick. Make an appointment today.

Question 2

do lymph nodes itch?

Accepted Answer

Lymph Nodes: Not really.  They may become tender though in inflammatory states or when a patient is sick with infection.

Question 3

why do we have lymph nodes?

Accepted Answer

Part of immunity: Lymph nodes are an essential part of our immune system.  They not only generate precursor cells to what is termed "fixed tissue immune" processes, but they aid in formation of antibodies, they help fight any foreign materials in our body and they may be helpful in fighting certain tumors.  We have a very complex and effective system to help combat disease and they are a big part.

Question 4

pneuomia affect lymph nodes?

Accepted Answer

Preceding URI: Not usually unless the pneumonia was preceded by an upper respiratory infection.

Question 5

why do lymph nodes swell up?

Accepted Answer

Immune System HQ: The lymph nodes can be thought of as outposts for white blood cells. When there is an infection or inflammation in the area where a lymph node is draining fluid from, the white blood cells start to build up to fight it. This causes swelling in that node.

Question 6

could i irritate my lymph nodes?

Accepted Answer

NOPE: You can, however, make them painful if you keep poking at them!
(It's called "lymphadenitis")
Hope this helps
Dr Z

Question 7

what causes lymph nodes to swell?

Accepted Answer

Sink traps: Lymph nodes are sink traps for our bodies. If you have infection or inflammation somewhere, your friendly hardworking lymph nodes will catch bits, work on it, & swell. They may feel tender. They may not hurt at all. Example: common cold & swollen neck lymph nodes. See your doc if you're concerned, if there's not an obvious neighborhood reason why your nodes are swollen, if it's more than 3-4 weeks.

Question 8

can my lymph nodes be scaring me?

Accepted Answer

Infection: If you do have an infected node, there may be a source of infection that may need to be identified in the groin area or lower leg. It should be treated with antibiotics. The infection may cause the scarring if not treated.

Question 9

where are my lymph nodes located?

Accepted Answer

Everywhere: 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

are ther lymph nodes in your back?

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.

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Pneuomia affect lymph nodes?

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