can neck pain cause lymph nodes to swell?
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The glands on either side of the neck, under the jaw, or behind the ears commonly swell when you have a cold or sore throat. Glands can also swell following an injury, such as a cut or bite, near the gland or when a tumour or infection occurs in the mouth, head, or neck.
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Swollen lymph nodes Your lymph nodes may become swollen and tender if you have a cold or the flu. There are also several types of lymphatic conditions that can cause armpit pain. Lymphedema, for example, happens when there's a blockage in a lymph node and the fluid inside builds up. This swelling can be very painful.
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Swollen lymph nodes Signs and symptoms of Hodgkin's lymphoma may include: Painless swelling of lymph nodes in your neck, armpits or groin. Persistent fatigue. Fever.
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People can check whether their lymph nodes are swollen by gently pressing around the area, such as the side of the neck. Swollen lymph nodes will feel like soft, round bumps, and they may be the size of a pea or a grape. They might be tender to the touch, which indicates inflammation.
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In most cases, only one area of nodes swells at a time. When more than one area of lymph nodes is swollen it's called generalized lymphadenopathy. Some infections (such as strep throat and chicken pox), certain medicines, immune system diseases, and cancers like lymphoma and leukemia can cause this kind of swelling.
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Discrete swellings in the neck are often due to lymph node enlargement (cervical lymphadenopathy) but may occasionally be caused by disorders in: ▪ the salivary glands. ▪ the thyroid gland.
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Swollen lymph nodes in the groin may be painful to the touch and the skin over them may look red and inflamed, depending on the cause. If your swollen nodes are due to a lower body infection or injury, your other symptoms may include: a skin rash, irritation, or injury near the genitals or lower body.
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General swelling of lymph nodes throughout your body. When this occurs, it may indicate an infection, such as HIV or mononucleosis, or an immune system disorder, such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis. Hard, fixed, rapidly growing nodes, indicating a possible cancer or lymphoma.
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Detecting swollen lymph nodes Swollen lymph nodes under the jaw or on either side of the neck may hurt when you turn your head in a certain way or when you're chewing food. They can often be felt simply by running your hand over your neck just below your jawline. They may be tender.
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Swollen lymph nodes under the jaw or on either side of the neck may hurt when you turn your head in a certain way or when you're chewing food. They can often be felt simply by running your hand over your neck just below your jawline. They may be tender.
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Other symptoms associated with a neck lump If your neck lump is caused by an infection and your lymph nodes are enlarged, you might also have a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, or pain in the ear. If your neck lump is blocking your airway, you might also have trouble breathing or sound hoarse when you speak.
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Can neck pain be a symptom of cancer? Sometimes persistent, continuing neck pain is a warning sign of head or neck cancer. Although it could also be a sign of another less serious condition, head and neck cancers might include a lump, swelling or a sore that doesn't heal.
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In many cases, the swelling is the result of an infection. As the number of infection-fighting cells grows, they will begin to build up in the lymph nodes. Swollen lymph nodes are commonly caused by infection, inflammation, or cancer.
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Cervical lymphadenopathy. Enlargement of the cervical lymph nodes commonly occurs with viral infections. These "reactive" nodes are usually small, firm and non-tender and they may persist for weeks to months.
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An enlarged lymph node is the most common cause of a neck lump. Lymph nodes contain cells that help your body fight off infections and attack malignant cells, or cancer. When you're sick, your lymph nodes can become enlarged to help fight the infection.
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Swollen lymph nodes in your neck and armpits. Swollen tonsils.