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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)
A person with cervical lymphadenopathy has swollen lymph glands in the neck. Images

Lymph nodes most often swell in response to infection or inflammation. Less commonly, lymph gland swelling can be a sign of cancer.

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Last Updated: Sep 13, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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