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I have shingles. 3 days ago i noticed 2 small lumps under skin doctor says its lymph nodes - can my shingles be the cause and are they an infection?
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Inflammation: If you have shingles, then the skin is very inflamed as are the nerves that are involved. When there is that amount of inflammation, it is normal for lymph nodes in the area to be swollen, even tender. Shingles is a type of infection, so this could be related. However, make sure you bring this up with your doctor to be certain. Good luck to you.
Answered 12/5/2018
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Swollen gland: Likely what you are describing is something called lymphadenopathy, which is swelling and inflammation of lymph nodes. This can lead to pain and can be aggravated by movement, depending on the location of the swollen lymph node. Generally speaking, most lymphadenopathy is caused by infectious processes, like shingles.
Answered 4/27/2018
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