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Q: Nodes Swollen in groin and neck - no symptoms
asked by: Bubakanush on November 27th, 2007
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Hi. I'm a male, 15 years old, and a diabetic.
A few(6) months ago, I noticed 2 swollen nodes in my right groin, and 3 in my neck. None of the nodes are very big, I'd say they're all easily under 1 cm, they're not hard and can be moved around a bit. They haven't grown at all since I discovered them, and the ones in my neck are a bit smaller than they were a few months before. Is it possible I have "shotty" nodes? I dont have any symptoms of lymphoma or cancers like it. I don't have a fever, night sweats, lack of energy or fatigue. I actually have alot of energy, and stay up until 2 am or later some nights and don't get tired much the next day. I haven't lost appetite, I have a pretty good appetite mostly. Overall I feel completely healthy, although I have a little bit of a cold right now, and surprisingly the nodes in my neck haven't swollen up. I've had a physical and a routine doctor appointment, and they felt the front of my neck and my armpits, and they never found anything of swollen nodes.
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MandMs
replied on November 30th, 2007
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Swelling might occur even if the infection is trivial or not apparent.
Are these swollen glands red and tender?
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Bubakanush
replied on November 30th, 2007
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Nope, they are neither red nor tender.
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MandMs
replied on December 7th, 2007
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When lymph nodes are active in fighting infection, they may become swollen and painful. Usually, the pain is mild, and the lymph node does not get much bigger than 2 centimeters in size.
Most normal lymph nodes are about 1 cm in size but that size varies depending on the location of the node, and what activity is going on.
Abnormal size of lymph nodes are size bigger than 1 cm for neck lymph nodes and size bigger than 1.5 cm for groin lymph nodes.
Are you taking some meds?
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Bubakanush
replied on December 7th, 2007
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I would definately say none are bigger than 1 cm.
I'm not taking any meds for them, I'm on insulin, for my diabetes.
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MandMs
replied on December 17th, 2007
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So, there is no need to worry if your nodes aren't bigger than 1 cm ( some doctors accept the range 1-2 cm like normal).
For some people at your age is normal to feel their lymph nodes like swollen.

I'll try to get some other informations, like if it's possible to get swollen lymph nodes due to everyday administration of insulin.

Waiting for your post!
Marija
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Bubakanush
replied on December 18th, 2007
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Ok good that is a relief! And yeah, i was also wondering if my age had to do with anything, since my bodies growing and whatnot.
Just wondering, would there be any red flags that would signal cancer? As i said before though, I have no symptoms..feel pretty healthy. However over the past half year my blood sugars have been a little higher than usual..They're still not terrible though.
Thank you again
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MandMs
replied on December 26th, 2007
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I don't think you should worry for having cancer.
It seems to me that you are perfectly healthy.
Children and young adult tend to have a more active lymphatic system, so their glands may feel enlarged.
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Bubakanush
replied on December 28th, 2007
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Ok thanks ALOT. You've been alot of help and I really appreciate it..
(the nodes in my neck seem to be a bit smaller the past 2 weeks.)
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MandMs
replied on January 16th, 2008
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It was my pleasure to write to you.
Feel free to ask me anything anytime you need to.
Take care of yourself.
Best wishes
Marija
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jerrinroyc
replied on February 25th, 2009
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evn i hv a swelling behind my neck since long..n its been there for six months now...i hv slight swelling in d shoulder and pain...d doctor is saying its ok...bt i doubt is it ok?
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