Swollen lymph node in neck?!
Question: Swollen lymph node in neck.?
I remember in college, I had a bump on the back of my neck. I thought it was a pimple, but it wasn't. Further research told me it was a swollen lymph node. It went away. (This was many years ago.) Now, I noticed another one on the left side of my neck, under my left ear. It is a little larger than a pea, I can tell it's swollen, but it doesn't hurt. Only when I really push on it. Yesterday I played with it, and as a result, today it's bigger. I'm not sick or anything, some of the people I work with are sick, maybe my body is fighting an infection.? Maybe it's trying to keep me from getting sick.?
What do you think.? How long will it take to go away.?
I've gotten swollen lymph nodes on my neck once in a while over the years, I just want to know some info about it.
Thanks!Health Question & Answer
What do you think.? How long will it take to go away.?
I've gotten swollen lymph nodes on my neck once in a while over the years, I just want to know some info about it.
Thanks!Health Question & Answer
Answers:
Producing lymph nodes is one way our bodies fight infection. The lymphatic system attacks infection by way of these little bumps that appear mostly on our necks, underarms, and groin area. They are like little filter monsters that eat up and trap the infection.
It takes a few days, sometimes weeks, for these lymph nodes to do their job, and diminish.
If it's painful, take an OTC (over the counter) pain reliever like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. also, place a warm compress over the affected area. I wouldn't worry about it too much. It is in a classic spot where lymph nodes usually occur. I would let a doctor take a look at it if it doesn't go away in a month.Health Question & Answer
It takes a few days, sometimes weeks, for these lymph nodes to do their job, and diminish.
If it's painful, take an OTC (over the counter) pain reliever like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. also, place a warm compress over the affected area. I wouldn't worry about it too much. It is in a classic spot where lymph nodes usually occur. I would let a doctor take a look at it if it doesn't go away in a month.Health Question & Answer
There are lymph nodes all over your neck (and the rest of your body too). and they do swell up if you have an infection, but it that case they are usually painful and go down within a couple of weeks (though they can persist). There are other causes of enlarged lymph nodes than infection (quickly growing, firm non-painful nodes are a cause for concern) and other causes of neck lumps than lymph nodes, so the best thing would be have your doctor check it out. No one can diagnose you over the internet without seeing/feeling the lump for themselves.Health Question & Answer
if your lymph nodes are truly swollen they are much bigger than a pea and won't be mistaken for a pimple - my tonsils have been swollen for years (tonsils are an example of lymph nodes) and they just don't go down....it usually means you are fighting an infectionHealth Question & Answer
there are lymph's up there. if they are swollen it is usually a sign of infection even if you don't feel sick they swell when infections is in the body. not a big deal.Health Question & Answer
I think it may be fighting a skin infection or something right under the skin, but this is only my thought, you should ask a proffessionalHealth Question & Answer
Below your ear yea that's where they are. They are also in your armpits and in front of your pelvic region. I can always feel my lymph nodes (all of them) and I think I'm pretty normal. Health Question & Answer
you have lymph nodes all over your body..
And If it were me, I'd have them looked at..
Thats how Cancer travels is thru Lymph nodes..
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And If it were me, I'd have them looked at..
Thats how Cancer travels is thru Lymph nodes..
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it is a lymph node
the same thing happens to me sometimes
Lymph nodes of the human head and neck
Cervical lymph nodes
Anterior cervical: These nodes, both superficial and deep, lie above and beneath the sternocleidomastoid muscles. They drain the internal structures of the throat as well as part of the posterior pharynx, tonsils, and thyroid gland.
Posterior cervical: These nodes extend in a line posterior to the sternocleidomastoids but in front of the trapezius, from the level of the Mastoid portion of the temporal bone to the clavicle. They are frequently enlarged during upper respiratory infections.
Tonsillar: (sub mandibular) These nodes are located just below the angle of the mandible. They drain the tonsillar and posterior pharyngeal regions.
Sub-mandibular: These nodes run along the underside of the jaw on either side. They drain the structures in the floor of the mouth.
Sub-mental: These nodes are just below the chin. They drain the teeth and intra-oral cavity.
Supraclavicular lymph nodes: These nodes are in the hollow above the clavicle, just lateral to where it joins the sternum. They drain a part of the thoracic cavity and abdomen. Virchow's node is a left supraclavicular lymph node which receives the lymph drainage from most of the body (especially the abdomen) via the thoracic duct and is thus an early site of metastasis for various malignancies.Health Question & Answer
the same thing happens to me sometimes
Lymph nodes of the human head and neck
Cervical lymph nodes
Anterior cervical: These nodes, both superficial and deep, lie above and beneath the sternocleidomastoid muscles. They drain the internal structures of the throat as well as part of the posterior pharynx, tonsils, and thyroid gland.
Posterior cervical: These nodes extend in a line posterior to the sternocleidomastoids but in front of the trapezius, from the level of the Mastoid portion of the temporal bone to the clavicle. They are frequently enlarged during upper respiratory infections.
Tonsillar: (sub mandibular) These nodes are located just below the angle of the mandible. They drain the tonsillar and posterior pharyngeal regions.
Sub-mandibular: These nodes run along the underside of the jaw on either side. They drain the structures in the floor of the mouth.
Sub-mental: These nodes are just below the chin. They drain the teeth and intra-oral cavity.
Supraclavicular lymph nodes: These nodes are in the hollow above the clavicle, just lateral to where it joins the sternum. They drain a part of the thoracic cavity and abdomen. Virchow's node is a left supraclavicular lymph node which receives the lymph drainage from most of the body (especially the abdomen) via the thoracic duct and is thus an early site of metastasis for various malignancies.Health Question & Answer