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Axillary Lymphadenitis Definition
Common names:
  • Armpit Lymph Gland Infection
  • Axillary Lymphadenitis
  • Infected Lymph Glands Under the Arm
  • Lymph Gland Infection Under the Arm
  • Lymphadenitis Axillary
A person with axillary lymphadenitis has inflammation of the lymph nodes in the armpit, usually caused by a bacterial infection. The infection causes the lymph glands in the armpit become swollen and tender. Images

Swelling in the armpit may be caused by:
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Last Updated: Aug 12, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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