Lymph nodes are found throughout your body. They are an important part of your immune system. Lymph nodes help your body recognize and fight germs, infections, and other foreign substances.
The term "swollen glands" refers to enlargement of one or more lymph nodes.
In a child, a node is considered enlarged if it is more than 1 centimeter (0.4 inch) in diameter.
See also:
Swollen glands; Glands - swollen; Lymph nodes -...
Read moreThe list of tips for sore feet is not complete without mentioning the butt muscles. This group of muscles may be the laziest in the entire... Read more »
Lately, people have been asking a lot of questions about sore feet. How can you turn sore feet into happy feet? Inspect: Even though... Read more »
Many jobs require a whole lot of time on your feet. After a long day of pounding, everything can hurt from heel to toe. Whether you are a... Read more »
Dear Dr. Borigini,I have chronic lower back pain and hip pain related to a herniated disc, degenerative disc disease, stenosis, and... Read more »
Most of us with RA have pain in our feet and ankles. According to an article I read on Medscape, up to 85 percent of people with RA will... Read more »
Source: Breastcancer.org
Mouth and throat sores, also called mucositis, look like ulcers and can be red and swollen. Pain from these sores can affect your ability to eat,... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Swollen gums; Gingival swellingHome CareImprove your nutrition if it is poor.Avoid gum irritants such as commercial mouthwashes, alcohol, and... Read more »
Source: Breastcancer.org
A dry scratchiness in your throat and pain when swallowing can make it hard to eat or get a good night's sleep. Usually caused by a cold or the flu,... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Aphthous ulcer; Ulcer - aphthousSymptomsCanker sores usually appear on the inner surface of the cheeks and lips, tongue, soft palate, and the base of... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Throat - sore; Pain - throat Home Care Most sore throats are soon over. In the meantime, the following remedies may help: Drink... Read more »