lymph node
noun
: any of the rounded masses of lymphoid tissue that are surrounded by a capsule of connective tissue, are distributed along the lymphatic vessels, and contain numerous lymphocytes which filter the flow of lymph passing through the node
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First, a little anatomy lesson to clarify why lymph nodes are so prone to bulging.
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Erica Sloan, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024
Here are a few things to expect if you get checked out for a swollen lymph node.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024
Common signs and symptoms of breast cancer include a new lump or mass in the breast, breast or nipple pain, nipple retraction, nipple discharge, skin dimpling, swelling or redness around the breast as well as swollen lymph nodes under the arm.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Itchy Skin or Rash Itchy skin or a rash can be a sign of metastatic breast cancer when the cancer has spread to the skin or lymph nodes.
—Julie Scott, Msn, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
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Erica Sloan, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024
Here are a few things to expect if you get checked out for a swollen lymph node.
—Erica Sloan, SELF, 30 Oct. 2024
Common signs and symptoms of breast cancer include a new lump or mass in the breast, breast or nipple pain, nipple retraction, nipple discharge, skin dimpling, swelling or redness around the breast as well as swollen lymph nodes under the arm.
—Omer Awan, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Itchy Skin or Rash Itchy skin or a rash can be a sign of metastatic breast cancer when the cancer has spread to the skin or lymph nodes.
—Julie Scott, Msn, People.com, 2 Oct. 2024
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“Lymph node.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lymph%20node. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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