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Lymphadenitis and lymphangitis

Alternative Names: Lymph node infection; Lymph gland infection; Localized lymphadenopathy Symptoms: LYMPHADENITIS lymph nodes may be swollen, tender, and hard lymph nodes feel smooth or irregular to touch, or soft and "rubbery" if an abscess has formed the skin over a node may be reddened and hot LYMPHANGITIS red streaks from infected area to the armpit or groin may be faint or obvious throbbing pain along the affected area (common) may involve the lymph nodes (see above) fever of 100 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit and/or chills individuals may have a general ill feeling (malaise), with loss of appetite, headache, and muscle aches Text Continues Below Signs and tests: An examination shows affected lymph nodes and/or lymph vessels and may indicate the cause. The health care provider may look for evidence of trauma around enlarged or swollen nodes. A biopsy and culture of the affected area or node may reveal the cause of the inflammation. Blood cultures may reveal spread of infection to the bloodstream.

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