Question 1

after 2nd child i got swollen lymph nodes in groin area. dr said its prob. due to hormones. im 11 weeks and they are back? usually come during period.

Accepted Answer

HSV-2 ?: Recommend testing for genital herpes, as it is frequently associated to swollen and tender lymph nodes in the groins.

Question 2

experiencing swollen lymph node in groin and sore back pain during period. what could this be from if no visible infections ? when to be concerned?

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Lymph node: If the lymph node remains swollen please see your physicians and get a definitive diagnosis

Question 3

i have two swollen lymph nodes on back of neck at night swell during the day they shrink some on right side under arm is sore but no knot please help?

Accepted Answer

Lymphadenopathy: Lymph nodes swell and fluctuate usually due to the inflammatory reaction of infection. Cancer at your age would be unusual, but not impossible. If it persists beyond a month, you should see someone who can evaluate it with a needle aspiration bx or similar diagnostic procedure.

Question 4

what could be the cause of swollen lymph nodes in the groin around the time of my period? this has happened for my last 3 cycles

Accepted Answer

Examination: Newly discovered lymph node swelling should be investigated by a doctor. Often lymph nodes swell as the body fights infection. The menstrual cycle alone should not be causing lymphadenopathy.

Question 5

swollen lymph nodes under jaw (2cm), no other symptoms, late period (2weeks late), mood wings. lymph nodes are soft, movable and painless. normal?

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Many reasons: L lymph nodes can be a large because they may drain infection, they may be more of a systemic inflammatory , if they were one side suggested may well be a local area. Your physician should be able to help clarify why they're swollen. I am uncertain if there's any relationship to your cycle

Question 6

i have swollen lymph nodes under my armpit and my groin. i've also had sharp pain around my ovaries and back pain, not period. what could cause this?

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Many Causes: There are many causes of swollen lymph-nodes.  The most common is some type of infection by a bacteria or virus.  More serious examples of this are STDs, Infectious Mononucleosis and HIV.   They can also be caused Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus and cancer.   Its important  to have them evaluated if they are persistent.

Question 7

what can be done about swollen lymph nodes?

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Depends: The treatment would depend upon the diagnosis. The best route of action is to speak with your physician. If the nodes are only slightly enlarged then monitoring may be the best option; if they are large and accessible then biopsy may be the way to go. In addition, any work-up will also depend upon how long the nodes have bee there. Hope that this helps.

Question 8

how do i get my swollen lymph nodes to shrink?

Accepted Answer

Treat the cause: Swollen lymph nodes are usually a sign of infection.  If the underlying infection is determined and treated, the associated lymph node will likely shrink back to normal size.

Question 9

how can i tell if i have swollen lymph nodes myself?

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Not always: Generally those that can be felt will be in the neck, in the armpit, along the inguinal area, and along the groove above the clavicle.  These will feel like round bumps, usually a centimeter or more in size, and may or may not be tender, feel soft or hard, be movable or not.  The clue is that they are new, and have not been felt previously.

Question 10

when should you be worried about swollen lymph nodes?

Accepted Answer

Persistence: When nodes in lymph node bearing areas such as neck, axilla and groin are non tender, firm and persist at least at 1 cm. size, exam of neck, and chest well should be performed to rule out existing primary ie. thyroid, breast Ca or skin malignancies.  If the nodes progress in size and number with no primary identified one should consider bx for lymphoma.

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After 2nd child i got swollen lymph nodes in groin area. dr said its prob. due to hormones. im 11 weeks and they are back? usually come during period.

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Experiencing swollen lymph node in groin and sore back pain during period. what could this be from if no visible infections ? when to be concerned?

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I have two swollen lymph nodes on back of neck at night swell during the day they shrink some on right side under arm is sore but no knot please help?

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What could be the cause of swollen lymph nodes in the groin around the time of my period? this has happened for my last 3 cycles

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Swollen lymph nodes under jaw (2cm), no other symptoms, late period (2weeks late), mood wings. lymph nodes are soft, movable and painless. normal?

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I have swollen lymph nodes under my armpit and my groin. i've also had sharp pain around my ovaries and back pain, not period. what could cause this?

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What can be done about swollen lymph nodes?

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How do i get my swollen lymph nodes to shrink?

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How can i tell if i have swollen lymph nodes myself?

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When should you be worried about swollen lymph nodes?

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