Lymph Node Tenderness: Causes & Reasons

Possible Causes for Lymph Node Tenderness

Pharyngitis due to Group A Beta-Hemolytic Streptococcus

Patients had at least 1 of pharyngeal erythema or exudate, tenderness of cervical lymph nodes, or fever. [acpjc.acponline.org]

In model II, three independent variables were identified: moderate to severe tonsillar swelling, moderate to severe tenderness and enlargement of cervical lymph nodes, and [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

There may be swollen and perhaps tender lymph nodes in the neck, bright red tonsils, and dark red hemorrhagic petechiae on the soft palate and uvula. [drhull.com]

Tularemia

Symptoms and Types Sudden onset of fever Lethargy Dehydration Lack of appetite (anorexia) Enlargement of the lymph nodes Tender abdomen Enlargement of spleen or liver White [petmd.com]

The patient’s physical examination revealed three erythematous, tender lymph nodes. The remainder of the physical examination was normal. [nejm.org]

Hodgkin Lymphoma

Endemic: Distorted facial bones, swelling, and rapid increase in the size of lymph nodes that remain non-tender are the characteristic symptoms of Burkitt lymphoma. [marham.pk]

When the lymphatic system is fighting an active infection, you may notice that some of your lymph nodes and tissue in the area of the infection become swollen and tender. [webmd.com]

Lymph nodes grow at a very fast, rate some times these double in size as fast as in 18 hours. [marham.pk]

Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1

Others may notice the following symptoms, either during the initial outbreak or recurrences: Flu-like symptoms such as fever and feeling run down Swollen and tender lymph [uclahealth.org]

Patients also present with tender enlarged lymph nodes, fever, malaise, and myalgia. [canada.ca]

nodes Decreased appetite Small grouped blisters on the lips and mouth that enlarge, burst then crust over Tingling, itching and irritation of the lips and mouth Soreness of [uclahealth.org]

Tonsillitis

Acute or recurrent Fever Sore throat Bad breath Difficulty swallowing Painful swallowing Tender lymph nodes Lethargy Snoring Chronic Chronic sore throat Bad breath Tender [ucihealth.org]

[…] anterior cervical lymph nodes 2–13 451 84 40 30 McIsaac † (1998) 18 Tender and enlarged anterior cervical lymph nodes Tonsillar swelling or exudate Temperature > 38°C Absence [mja.com.au]

lymph nodes Peritonsillar abscess Severe throat pain Fever Drooling Bad breath Difficulty opening mouth Muffled voice quality Causes Tonsillitis is very common in childhood [ucihealth.org]

Lymphadenitis

Topic Resources Lymphadenitis is an acute infection of one or more lymph nodes. Symptoms include pain, tenderness, and lymph node enlargement. [msdmanuals.com]

Symptoms Symptoms may include: Red, tender skin over lymph node Swollen, tender, or hard lymph nodes Fever Lymph nodes may feel rubbery if an abscess (pocket of pus) has formed [baptistjax.com]

Multifocal lymphadenitis may occur in patients with the following: Symptoms and Signs of Lymphadenitis Lymphadenitis typically causes pain, tenderness, and lymph node enlargement [msdmanuals.com]

Lymphangitis

node Tender lymph nodes Signs suggestive of severe infection Adapted from the 2005 IDSA Practice guidelines for the diagnosis and management of skin and soft-tissue infections [wikidoc.org]

Red macular linear streaks from site of infection toward the regional draining lymph node Tenderness and warmth over affected skin May have lymph node involvement May have [tipsdiscover.com]

The lymph nodes look swollen and tender on the site of infection. [diseasespictures.com]

Chronic Tonsillitis

Chronic Tonsillitis Patients with chronic tonsillitis may experience a chronic sore throat, halitosis, tonsillitis, and tender cervical lymph nodes. [naenta.com]

[…] of cough 3–14 15–76 90 413 63 24 67 98 51 57 Wald † (1998) 19 Age (5–15 years) Season (winter–spring) Temperature ≥ 38.3°C Tender or enlarged cervical lymph nodes Pharyngeal [mja.com.au]

Chronic Lymphadenitis except Mesenteric

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used for symptomatic relief of lymph node tenderness, fever and other pains. [nzma.org.nz]

Analgesics-antipyretics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be used to alleviate lymph node tenderness and fever. [ojrd.biomedcentral.com]

KFD is characterised by fever with tender lymph node enlargement. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Cat Scratch Fever

The most common symptoms include fever; enlarged, tender lymph nodes that develop 1–3 weeks after exposure; and a scab or pustule at the scratch site. [cdc.gov]

These last for 1 to 4 weeks, until nearby lymph nodes begin to swell and become tender. Sometimes these will drain pus. [drgreene.com]

If your child develops a fever; enlarged, tender lymph nodes that develop 1–3 weeks after being scratched; or a pustule at the scratch site, please take her to your health [cdc.gov]

Gianotti-Crosti Syndrome

nodes Tender lymph nodes Exams and Tests The provider can diagnose this condition by looking at the skin and rash. [healthing.ca]

[…] belly area (this is one of the ways it is identified, by the absence of the rash from the trunk of the body) Other symptoms that may appear include: Swollen abdomen Swollen lymph [pennstatehershey.adam.com]

nodes Tender lymph nodes The disorder itself is not treated. [medlineplus.gov]

Chancroid

The inguinal lymph nodes become tender, enlarged, and matted together, forming a pus-filled abscess (bubo). [msdmanuals.com]

The infection begins with the appearance of painful open sores on the genitals, sometimes accompanied by swollen, tender lymph nodes in the groin. [rxlist.com]

Cervical Lymphadenitis

[…] adenitis [ ad″ĕ-ni´tis ] inflammation of a gland. cervical adenitis a condition characterized by enlarged, inflamed, and tender lymph nodes of the neck; seen in certain infectious [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Unilateral suppurative cervical lymphadenitis is characterized by acute onset of 1 or more tender cervical lymph nodes and can lead to fever, cellulitis, abscess formation [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Enlarged tender cervical lymph nodes of mycotic origin were not clinically distinguishable from lymphadenitis of bacterial or viral origin. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Pharyngitis

Swollen Lymph Nodes Swollen and tender lymph nodes in the neck are another symptom of streptococcal pharyngitis. You can skip this ad in 3 seconds. [clinicaladvisor.com]

Her anterior cervical lymph nodes are tender. [accessmedicine.mhmedical.com]

Chancroid of the Vulva

Large, tender inguinal lymph nodes and 'flu-like symptoms occur with a primary infection. [dermnetnz.org]

Tender, enlarged inguinal lymph nodes are found in 50% of patients. [brooksidepress.org]

It is often associated with urethritis and followed by tender inguinal lymph nodes weeks later. [dermnetnz.org]

Postviral Syndrome

lymph nodes. [icd10data.com]

Common concurrent symptoms (of six months duration) include impairment of memory or concentration, diffuse pain, sore throat, tender lymph nodes, headaches of a new type, [ucl.ac.uk]

lymph nodes Joint pain without inflammation Chronic headaches Dizziness. [karunahealthcare.com.au]

Congenital Urethral Stricture

A physical exam may show the following: Decreased urinary stream Discharge from the urethra Enlarged bladder Enlarged or tender lymph nodes in the groin Enlarged or tender [medlineplus.gov]

lymph nodes in the inguinal (groin) areas Redness or swelling of the penis Urethral discharge Enlarged or tender prostate Distended bladder Hardness (induration) on the under [readycureayurveda.com]

lymph nodes in the groin (inguinal) area Tests may be conducted, such as: Cystoscopy involves insertion of a small tube with a miniature camera on the end to view the urethra [wexnermedical.osu.edu]

Cat Scratch Meningoencephalitis

A few weeks later, the lymph nodes near the lesion may become swollen or tender. [medicalnewstoday.com]

Cat-scratch fever rarely causes meningitis, and he had none of the swollen, tender lymph nodes usually seen in this kind of infection. [nytimes.com]

nodes. [patient.info]

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

node pain and tenderness, headache, myalgia, and arthralgias. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

lymph nodes. [icd9data.com]

[…] a poorly defined symptom complex characterized primarily by chronic or recurrent debilitating fatigue and various combinations of other symptoms, including sore throat, lymph [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Tonsillar Abscess

[…] cervical lymph node on the associated side The patient is usually febrile, and often ‘toxic’ looking. [pch.health.wa.gov.au]

As the abscess develops, other symptoms will appear, such as: red, swollen tonsils a tonsil that's pushing against the uvula tender, swollen glands (lymph nodes) on one side [brennerchildrens.org]

Unilateral swollen enlarged tonsil with fluctuant swelling extending up to the soft palate (most characteristic) Deviation of the uvula away from the affected side Enlarged tender [pch.health.wa.gov.au]

Cellulitis of the Face

Sometimes the tongue feels swollen, warm and tender. Lymph nodes in the neck may be very tender to touch. [livestrong.com]

Symptoms include Fever and chills Swollen glands or lymph nodes A rash with painful, red, tender skin. The skin may blister and scab over. [icdlist.com]

As the bacterial infection spreads, nearby lymph nodes may become enlarged and tender ( lymphadenitis ), and the lymphatic vessels may become inflamed ( lymphangitis ). [merckmanuals.com]

Chronic Urethritis

The physical exam may show: Discharge from the penis Tender and enlarged lymph nodes in the groin area Tender and swollen penis A digital rectal exam will also be performed [m.ufhealth.org]

[…] transmitted diseases In men: Blood in the urine or semen Burning pain while urinating ( dysuria ) Discharge from penis Fever (rare) Frequent or urgent urination Itching, tenderness [medlineplus.gov]

or swelling in penis Enlarged lymph nodes in the groin area Pain with intercourse or ejaculation In women: Abdominal pain Burning pain while urinating Fever and chills Frequent [m.ufhealth.org]

Plague

firm lymph node, is caused by Yersinia pestis (plague) infection. [msdmanuals.com]

Topics & Chapters A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Professional / StandaloneMedia / Plague Bubo (Axillary) Plague Bubo (Axillary) A bubo, an enlarged, tender [msdmanuals.com]

Topics & Chapters A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Professional / StandaloneMedia / Plague Bubo (Inguinal) Plague Bubo (Inguinal) A bubo, an enlarged, tender [msdmanuals.com]

Viral Pharyngitis

Swollen Lymph Nodes Swollen and tender lymph nodes in the neck are another symptom of streptococcal pharyngitis. You can skip this ad in 3 seconds. [clinicaladvisor.com]

[…] swollen glands (lymph nodes) in your neck earache (you may feel pain in your ears even though the problem is in your throat). [wsupgdocs.org]

[…] cervical lymph nodes Temperature more than 38.0 °C (100.4 °F) Tonsillar exudate or swelling Age less than 15 (a point is subtracted if age is more than 44) The Infectious [en.wikipedia.org]

Lymph Node Disorder

nodes tender Pain of lymph node Pain of lymphoreticular structure Tender lymph node Tenderness of lymphoreticular structure Index to Diseases and Injuries References found [icdlist.com]

Treatment Options Treatment for Kikuchi disease consists of relieving any fever, flu symptoms, or lymph node tenderness. [verywell.com]

Symptoms may include: Swollen, enlarged lumps in the neck, back of the head, or other locations of lymph nodes Tenderness of the nodes, although the nodes may not be painful [childrensnational.org]

Penile Chancroid

The inguinal lymph nodes become tender, enlarged and form an abscess (bubo) in the groin. [microrao.com]

The infection begins with the appearance of painful open sores on the genitals, sometimes accompanied by swollen, tender lymph nodes in the groin. [medicinenet.com]

Right inguinal lymph nodes were tender, non-fluctuant, and firm with erythema overlying the skin. Clinical presentation was suggestive of chancroid with inguinal bubo. [ijdvl.com]

Adenitis

The infected lymph nodes typically become enlarged, warm and tender. A swelling of lymph nodes due to growth of lymph cells is called lymphadenopathy. [en.wikipedia.org]

Also, cavities in the teeth can become infected and the bacteria may then spread to the lymph nodes. The infected lymph node then becomes enlarged, warm, and tender. [premiercarepeds.com]

Acute Pericoronitis

Signs and Symptoms: Signs and symptoms include swelling of gum tissue, redness, pain, difficulty opening the jaw, difficulty swallowing, swelling of the lymph nodes, tenderness [magnoliacitydental.com]

[…] of lymph node locally Fever and Malaise Leucocytosis Dyspahgia, Pyrexia associated with tachycardia can be seen if neglected Sub Acute Phase of Pericoronitis: Intra Oral [juniordentist.com]

[…] enlarged lymph nodes and reduced or loss of appetite. [salvaggiodentistry.ca]

Autoimmune Disease of the Eyes - Ears - Nose - Throat

They may also look for parasites, trauma, and more, and they may press on lymph nodes, sinuses, and the thyroid gland to check for abnormalities. [thermofisher.com]

[…] depending on your symptoms and his or her personal preferences, here are some things providers might assess.1,2 Head (and Neck): Providers may examine and touch your head for tenderness [thermofisher.com]

Kikuchi-Fujimoto Disease

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are indicated for tender lymph nodes and fever, and corticosteroids are useful in severe extranodal or generalized disease.[14 [en.wikipedia.org]

For other causes of lymph node enlargement, see lymphadenopathy.[13] Management[edit] No specific cure is known. Treatment is largely supportive. [en.wikipedia.org]