how do you know if you have cancer in the lymph nodes?
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Cancer may start in the lymph nodes, or more commonly, it may spread there from somewhere else in the body. Pain or swelling in the lymph nodes is a common symptom of cancer that starts in the lymphatic system, such as non-Hodgkin lymphoma and Hodgkin lymphoma.
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A lump in the neck that lasts more than two weeks should be seen by a physician as soon as possible. Of course, not all lumps are cancer. But a lump(s) in the neck can be the first sign of cancer of the mouth, throat, voice box (larynx), thyroid gland, salivary glands, or of certain lymphomas and blood cancers.
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Healthy lymph nodes are more rubbery than the surrounding tissue but are not solid like stone. Any lumps on the neck, groin or armpits that are hard, very enlarged, and do not move when pushed may indicate lymphoma or another type of cancer and should be investigated by your GP.
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['a painless lump or swelling in the front of the neck – although only 1 in 20 neck lumps are cancer.', 'swollen glands in the neck.', 'unexplained hoarseness that does not get better after a few weeks.', 'a sore throat that does not get better.', 'difficulty swallowing.']
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This means your lymph nodes are reacting to something going on in your body. However, it's usually not a reaction to anything serious. In fact, most of the time, reactive lymph nodes are harmless. Reactive lymph nodes aren't caused by an infection or cancer within the lymph node itself.
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Lymph node inflammation can occur for a variety of reasons. Any infection or virus, including the common cold, can cause your lymph nodes to swell. Cancer can also cause lymph node inflammation. This includes blood cancer, such as leukemia and lymphoma.
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['Painless, swollen lymph nodes in your neck, armpits or groin.', 'Abdominal pain or swelling.', 'Chest pain, coughing or trouble breathing.', 'Persistent fatigue.', 'Fever.', 'Night sweats.', 'Unexplained weight loss.']
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Pain or swelling in the lymph nodes is a common symptom of cancer that starts in the lymphatic system, such as non-Hodgkin lymphoma and Hodgkin lymphoma. Cancer that starts in another part of the body and spreads to the lymph nodes is called metastasis.
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Lymph nodes that are smooth and relatively soft, but slightly enlarged, may be normal and reveal only hyperplasia when biopsied. Enlarged lymph nodes that have an irregular shape and a rubbery, hard consistency may be infiltrated by malignant cells. Tender nodes are suggestive of an inflammatory process.
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['swollen lymph nodes.', 'earaches.', 'swollen tongue.', 'pain when swallowing.', 'hoarseness.', 'numbness inside of your mouth.', 'small lumps inside your mouth and around your neck.', 'coughing up blood.']
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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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If your doctor says you should get a lymph node biopsy, it's because he needs to check for signs of disease, such as cancer. He takes out a small piece of one of your lymph nodes and sends it to a specialist, who will look at it under a microscope.
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Usually lymph nodes are not enlarged and thus not able to be felt, but if you have previously had an infection (such as tonsillitis) you may have noticed and felt lymph nodes becoming enlarged, painful and tender.
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Axillary lymph nodes often feel like small, round sponge like masses under the skin. They may be painful to the touch. A doctor will investigate if cancer has spread to the lymph nodes by performing a physical examination or an ultrasound.
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Lymph nodes become swollen in response to illness, infection, or stress. Swollen lymph nodes are one sign that your lymphatic system is working to rid your body of the responsible agents.
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Yet there is no denying that some people with severe stress and anxiety do report swollen lymph nodes. So what is happening? Health Anxiety Your lymph nodes often vary in size and shape. When you're feeling anxious, it's not uncommon for your lymph nodes to feel bigger than they really are.
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Swollen Lymph Node: Swollen lymph nodes in the neck are another symptom of thyroid cancer (a symptom not related to thyroid nodules). Thyroid cancer can spread to the lymph nodes, which are scattered throughout your body to help you fight infection.