Swollen glands are actually swollen lymph nodes, which are often reactive lymph nodes. You might also hear this condition referred to as reactive lymphadenopathy. You have groups of small ...

The lymph nodes swell as part of the immune system’s response. Reactive lymphadenopathy can also occur in response to inflammation. The inflammation may occur for various reasons, such as a ...

Lymphoid proliferations are traditionally thought to be either benign conditions (reactive hyperplasia and lymphadenitis) or malignant lymphomas. However, not all lymphoid lesions at present can ...

This syndrome should be considered in patients with severe, unexplained inflammation (e.g., C-reactive protein > 100 mg/L), anasarca, and lymphadenopathy. Diagnosis of Castleman disease requires ...

When the body fights an infection or injury, lymph nodes sometimes swell. Doctors call this a reactive lymph node. Treatment can depend on the cause. Lymph nodes house white blood cells.