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Swollen Glands
Alternate Names : Glands - Swollen, Lymph Nodes - Swollen, Swollen Lymph Nodes
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Swollen Glands: Common Causes
Infections that commonly cause swollen lymph nodes include mononucleosis, German measles, tuberculosis, mumps, ear infection, tonsillitis, abscessed or impacted tooth, gingivitis (swelling of the gums), mouth sores, and sexually transmitted diseases.
Immune or autoimmune disorders that can cause swollen lymph nodes include rheumatoid arthritis and HIV. Cancers that can cause swollen glands include leukemia, Hodgkin's disease, or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Which lymph nodes are swollen depends on the type of problem and the body parts involved. Identifying the location can help determine the possible cause.
Swollen lymph nodes may also be caused by some medications (like phenytoin for seizures) or certain vaccinations (namely, typhoid).
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• Definition
• Swollen Glands: Overview & Considerations
• Swollen Glands: Common Causes
• Swollen Glands: Home Care & Treatment
• Call your Health Care Provider if
• What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office
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Topics that might be of interest to you Diseases & Conditions
• Abscess
• Gingivitis
• HIV Infection
• Hodgkin's Lymphoma
• Lymphadenitis and Lymphangitis
• Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
• Tumor
Tests & Exams
• Blood Differential
• CBC
• Chest X-Ray
• Kidney Function Tests
• Liver Function Tests
• Liver Scan
• Lymph Node Biopsy
Other Topics
• Lymph System
• Mouth Sores
Review Date : 11/25/2003
Reviewed By : Jacqueline A. Hart, M.D., Department of Internal Medicine, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Boston, Ma., and Senior Medical Editor, A.D.A.M., Inc. Previously reviewed by Alan Greene, M.D., F.A.A.P., Chief Medical Officer, A.D.A.M.; Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University School of Medicine; Attending Physician, Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford (3/3/2002).
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