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What Does A Swollen Lymph Node Look Like?

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    Lymph nodes are small glands which are present all through the body and are responsible for transporting nutrients and waste material. A swollen Lymph node is a result of an injury, tumor or infection.
    I suppose you want to see what it actually looks like, here is a link that might help;
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    Aicha  

    answered 2 years ago

    Thank you Aicha! You helped out a bunch with your answer!
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    Guest

    commented 2 years ago

      Your lymph nodes usually swell up in 3 areas: Under the armpit (or axilla), groin and neck. You can find an image of these areas here.

      You can find an image of a an actual swollen lymph node here.
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      Oc4ever  

      answered 2 years ago

      Thank you oc4ever!!
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      commented 2 years ago

        My doctor said i have a swollen lymph node under my right arm. It could be causing me to feel the aches and pain in my elbows, knees, and hands?
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        Guest  

        answered 6 months ago

        A swollen Lymph node under the skin looks like an almond and is usually hard to the touch.
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        Photomind  

        answered 4 months ago

        It is a legume and store nitrogen
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        Kumar1997  

        answered 2 months ago

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