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My limp node his inflammation ?
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Dr. David Ziringanswered
Pediatric Gastroenterology 23 years experience
I'm sorry to hear: that. But your lymph node swells in response to infection. It's where your immune cells gather and help fight off foreign invaders. Lymphadenitis, however, in response to a skin infection for instance, requires antibiotic treatment.
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Last updated Sep 6, 2018
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