Lymphadenitis

What does "Lymphadenitis" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Lymphadenitis is a condition where the lymph nodes, small glands that filter harmful substances from the body, become infected and swell up. This can happen due to a variety of reasons, such as a bacterial or viral infection. The swelling is usually painful and can be felt under the skin, often in the neck, armpit, or groin. It's a sign that the body is fighting off an illness or infection.

Editorial responsibility: BaluMed.

Report excerptExplanation

Confusing Medical Report?

BaluMed makes medicine understandable! Our extensive medical report explanation 'translates' complex medical terms from MRI findings and discharge summaries into easily understandable language. With a combination of artificial intelligence and medical expertise, we offer quickly available and reliable information.

  • Extensive. Summary, explanation per section, glossary.
  • Fast & Reliable. Doctor-reviewed, within 24 hours.
  • Privacy. Documents are automatically anonymized.
  • Multilingual. German, English, Spanish or Italian.