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Lymphadenopathy

By Mark Cichocki, R.N., About.com

Created: September 14, 2006

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Definition:
Swollen, firm, and possibly tender lymph nodes. The cause may range from an infection such as HIV, the flu, or mononucleosis to lymphoma (cancer of the lymph nodes).

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Also Known As: Enlarged lymph nodes
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