The neck, armpit, and groin are swollen to the touch, what’s the matter? This may be caused by swollen lymph nodes. Lymph is an important system in the human body, and its most well-known function is like a scavenger in the body, filtering tissue fluids and killing bacteria and viruses. Why do lymph nodes swell? Is it related to lymphoma?Please come to the hematologist and oncologist Zeng Huien to explain in detail, tell you the possible causes of swollen lymph nodes, and the common symptoms of lymphoma (lymphoma). cure disease.
Where is the lymph? Can you touch it?
The lymphatic system contains lymph, lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes, and some lymph-related tissues. Lymph is mainly found beside or inside tissues and organs, and most of the lymph is located deep in the body and cannot be touched. A small number of lymph nodes, such as the neck, collarbone, armpit, and groin, may be palpable when they are swollen.
3 main functions of lymph
Lymph has three main functions. The first is to keep tissue fluid in the body back to the venous system. The second is to send gastrointestinal fat molecules back to the body. The third is the function of the immune system. There are immune cells in the lymph nodes to remove bacteria and viruses.
Can “lymphatic massage” reduce edema?
It is rumored that “lymphatic massage” can eliminate edema, remove metabolic waste from the body, and relieve shoulder and neck pain. Is it true? The doctor said that the effect should not be so good, because most of the water is brought back through the veins, and a small part is through the lymphatic system. But massage can promote the contraction of the muscles on the side and help the veins bring back the body’s water, so there will still be some effect.
Why do lymph nodes swell?
Normal lymph nodes are usually no larger than 1.5 cm. Swollen lymph nodes are not necessarily lymphoma cancer, most of them are viral or bacterial infections. The swollen lymph nodes are reactive and will gradually disappear over time. Colds, tooth inflammation, wound cellulitis, etc. may cause the corresponding location swollen lymph nodes. But if it is a malignant lesion, it may become bigger and bigger.
Why do I get lymphoma (cancer)? What are the symptoms of lymphoma (cancer)?
Doctors say the virus is often associated with lymphopathies. For example, Epstein-Barr virus, HIV, gastric pylori, liver B, liver C and some chronic inflammations are often associated with lymphoma (cancer). Lymphoma (cancer) may cause fever, weight loss, and night sweats. General health examinations include blood drawing and imaging tests to check whether the blood is abnormal and whether there is swollen lymph nodes, which is enough to screen out.
Lymphatic problems can be seen in “Hematology and Oncology”
If you are worried about lymphatic problems, you can go to the hospital’s hematology and oncology department for examination. If necessary, a surgeon may be asked to do a lymph node biopsy to further clarify the situation.
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