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Cervical Lymphadenopathy Definition
Common names:
  • Cervical Lymphadenopathy
  • Gland Swelling (neck)
  • Lymph Gland Swelling (neck)
  • Lymph Node Swelling (neck)
  • Lymphadenopathy (neck)
  • Neck Gland Swelling
  • Neck Lymph Gland Swelling
  • Neck Lymph Node Swelling
  • Swollen Glands (neck)
  • Swollen Glands in the Neck
  • Swollen Lymph Glands in the Neck
  • Swollen Lymph Nodes (neck)
What is cervical lymphadenopathy?
A person with cervical lymphadenopathy has swollen lymph glands in the neck. Lymph nodes most often swell in response to infection or inflammation. Less commonly, lymph gland swelling can be a sign of cancer. Images

What are the symptoms of cervical lymphadenopathy?
Symptoms depend on underlying cause for the lymph gland enlargement.

How does the doctor treat cervical lymphadenopathy?
Treatment depends on underlying cause.

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Last Updated: Jun 1, 2009  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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