Lymphadenopathy Flashcards
1
Q
What can cause enlarged lymph nodes>
A
lymphoma
viral/ bacterial infection
connective tissue diseases
metastatic cancer
2
Q
tender node, hard, smooth surface, no skin inflammation and not tethered
A
viral cause
3
Q
tender node, hard, smooth surface, skin inflammation and possibly tethered
A
bacterial cause
4
Q
non tender, rubbery/soft node, smooth surface, no skin inflammation and not tethered
A
lymphoma
5
Q
non tender node, hard, irregular surface, no skin inflammation, and tethered
A
metastatic cancer
6
Q
red flag lymphoma symptoms:
A
lump night sweats weight loss itch- no rash fatigue alcohol induced pain (hodgkins)
7
Q
what CANT you use to diagnose lymphoma
A
CT
