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This section deals with lymph node swelling and pain. If you have any lymph nodes that are both swollen AND tender or painful, you may need to answer two questions to tell us about the swelling and the tenderness separately.
536.  Do you have lymph node swelling on the side(s) or front of your neck?
Don't know
No
Often, but not right now
1-2 lymph nodes swollen
3 or more lymph nodes swollen
537.  Do you have any lymph nodes that are tender or painful on the side(s) or front of your neck?
Don't know
No
Often, but not right now
1-2 lymph nodes painful
3 or more lymph nodes painful
538.  Do you have any lymph nodes that are swollen or tender behind your ears?
Don't know
No
Yes, swollen but not tender
Yes, tender but not swollen
Yes, swollen and tender
539.  Do you have any lymph nodes that are swollen under your armpits?
Don't know
No
Often, but not right now
1-2 lymph nodes swollen
3 or more nodes swollen
540.  Do you have any lymph nodes that are tender or painful under your armpits?
Don't know
No
Often, but not right now
1-2 lymph nodes painful
3 or more nodes painful
541.  Do you have any swollen lymph nodes in the groin (inguinal) region?
Don't know
No
Often, but not right now
1-2 lymph nodes swollen
3 or more nodes swollen
542.  Do you have any tender or painful lymph nodes in the groin region?
Don't know
No
Often, but not right now
1-2 lymph nodes painful
3 or more nodes painful

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GLOSSARY

Inguinal:  Pertaining to the region of the groin. Generally, the lowest lateral regions of the abdomen just above either side of the genitals.

Lymph Nodes:  Small, bean-shaped nodes at various points throughout the body that function to filter the lymph fluid and attempt to destroy the microorganisms and abnormal cells which collect there. The most common locations are the neck (both sides and front), armpit and groin, but also under the jaw and behind the ears. Swollen or painful lymph nodes generally result from localized or systemic infection, abscess formation, or malignancy. Other causes of enlarged lymph nodes are extremely rare. Physical examination for lymph nodes includes pressing on them to check for size, texture, warmth, tenderness and mobility. Most lymph nodes can not be felt until they become swollen, and then will only be tender when pressed or massaged. A lymph node that is painful even without touching indicates greater swelling. Lymph nodes can usually be distinguished from other growths because they generally feel small, smooth, round or oval-shaped and somewhat mobile when attempts are made to push them sideways. Because less fat covers the lymph nodes in children, they are easier to feel, even when they are not busy filtering germs or making antibodies. Children’s nodes enlarge faster, get bigger in response to an infection and stay swollen longer than an adult's.



 


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