Overview

Axillary lymphadenopathy is the enlargement of the lymph nodes in the ‘axillary area’, which is the zone of drainage of lymph from the breast and arm.

Axillary Lymphadenopathy Symptoms

The various symptoms of axillary lymphadenopathy are as follows:

• Swollen, tender lymph nodes in the armpit area
• Expansion and hardening of the lymph nodes that indicate a tumor is present.

Axillary Lymphadenopathy Causes

Here is a roundup of the various causes of axillary lymphadenopathy

• Cat scratch fever
• Brucellosis
• Lymphoma
• Rheumatoid Arthritis

Axillary Lymphadenopathy and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Lymphoid tissue is involved in rheumatoid arthritis. It has been seen that in patients suffering from rheumatoid arthritis 50% to about 75% of the lymph nodes are palpable. The nodes are discrete, non-tender and painless and move with the application of pressure. The lymph nodes vary from the big sized lymph nodes to the pea-sized structures that need clinical attention. The involvement of the lymph node represents participation of the ‘lymphatic apparatus’ in the systemic disease.

Diagnosis of Axillary Lymphadenopathy

For diagnosing the medical condition of the axillary lymphadenopathy, imaging tests and scans are done. The enlarged nodes of the cancerous areas can contain cancer. Patients are kept under observation for a couple of weeks till your doctor knows the cause for the lymphadenopathy. Patients are advised to go back to the doctor if the lymph node increases in size. A biopsy is carried out if the tests suggest the presence of malignancy.

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Understanding Axillary Lymphadenopathy

Due to brucellosis, rheumatoid arthritis or lymphoma, lymph nodes enlarge in the ‘axillary region’ and this is known as axillary lymphadenopathy.

Axillary Lymphadenopathy Treatment

Axillary lymphadenopathy is treated by surgery. Prior to the surgical procedure, the general surgeon advises aspiration or biopsy to be carried out. You can take an appointment with accomplished general surgeons at mfine.

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