Swollen Lymph Nodes
Enlarged lymph nodes that can occur with infection, immune reactions, or certain cancers.
What is Swollen Lymph Nodes?
Swollen Lymph Nodes is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Swollen Lymph Nodes that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Swollen Lymph Nodes
The following conditions have been associated with Swollen Lymph Nodes. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Chagas Disease
A parasitic infection caused by Trypanosoma cruzi, spread by triatomine ('kissing') bugs. It can be silent for years and...
HIV Infection
A viral infection that attacks the immune system. With treatment, people with HIV can live long, healthy lives.
Impetigo
A common, highly contagious bacterial skin infection that causes red sores, often around the nose and mouth, that burst ...
Leukemia
Cancer of the blood-forming tissues, causing abnormal blood cells that can lead to anemia, infection, and bleeding.
Lyme disease
Lyme disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Lymphoma
Cancer of the lymphatic system, causing swollen lymph nodes, fever, night sweats, and weight loss.
Shingles
A painful rash caused by reactivation of the varicella-zoster virus, usually appearing as a band of blisters on one side...
Syphilis
A sexually transmitted bacterial infection that progresses in stages and can cause serious complications if untreated.
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Systemic lupus erythematosus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs.
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Swollen Lymph Nodes is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.