If you have any lymph nodes that are both swollen AND tender or painful, you may need to answer two questions to tell us about the swelling and the tenderness separately.
509.
UNDER JAW OR CHIN: Do you have any swollen or tender lymph nodes here?
Don't know
No
Yes, swollen but not tender
Yes, tender but not swollen
Yes, swollen and tender
510.
SIDE(S) OR FRONT OF NECK: Do you have any swollenlymph nodes here?
Don't know
No
Often, but not right now
1-2 lymph nodes swollen
3 or more lymph nodes swollen
511.
SIDE(S) OR FRONT OF NECK: Do you have any tender or painfullymph nodes here?
Don't know
No
Often, but not right now
1-2 lymph nodes painful
3 or more lymph nodes painful
512.
BACK OF NECK: Do you have any swollen or tender lymph nodes here?
Don't know
No
Yes, swollen but not tender
Yes, tender but not swollen
Yes, swollen and tender
513.
BEHIND EARS: Do you have any swollen or tender lymph nodes here?
Don't know
No
Yes, swollen but not tender
Yes, tender but not swollen
Yes, swollen and tender
514.
IN FRONT OF EARS: Do you have any swollen or tender lymph nodes here?
Don't know
No
Yes, swollen but not tender
Yes, tender but not swollen
Yes, swollen and tender
515.
UNDER ARMPITS: Do you have any swollenlymph nodes here?
Don't know
No
Often, but not right now
1-2 lymph nodes swollen
3 or more nodes swollen
516.
UNDER ARMPITS: Do you have any tender or painfullymph nodes here?
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GLOSSARY
Inguinal Pertaining to the region of the groin. Generally, the lowest lateral regions of the abdomen just above either side of the genitals.
Lymph Nodes (Axillary Nodes, Inguinal Nodes, Lymph Gland, Lymph Glands, Lymph Node, Lymphatic) Small, bean-shaped nodes at various points throughout the body that function to filter the lymph fluid and attempt to destroy the microorganisms and abnormal cells which collect there. The most common locations are the neck (both sides and front), armpit (axillary) and groin (inguinal), but also under the jaw and behind the ears. Swollen or painful lymph nodes generally result from localized or systemic infection, abscess formation, or malignancy. Other causes of enlarged lymph nodes are extremely rare. Physical examination for lymph nodes includes pressing on them to check for size, texture, warmth, tenderness and mobility. Most lymph nodes can not be felt until they become swollen, and then will only be tender when pressed or massaged. A lymph node that is painful even without touching indicates greater swelling. Lymph nodes can usually be distinguished from other growths because they generally feel small, smooth, round or oval-shaped and somewhat mobile when attempts are made to push them sideways. Because less fat covers the lymph nodes in children, they are easier to feel, even when they are not busy filtering germs or making antibodies. Childrens' nodes enlarge faster, get bigger in response to an infection and stay swollen longer than an adult's. Also known (incorrectly) as lymph glands.
