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Infant Lymph Nodes

Lymph Node groups in the head and neck region:[1] image

Cervical lymphadenopathy

Cervical lymphadenopathy is abnormal enlargement of lymph nodes (LNs) in the head and neck usually >1 cm. Most cases are benign and self-limited, however, the differential diagnosis is broad.[1:1]

Viral upper respiratory tract infection is the most common cause of cervical lymphadenopathy in children. These enlarged “reactive” nodes may persist for weeks to months.[1:2]

  1. Title: Clinical Practice Guidelines: Cervical lymphadenopathy
    Publication: The Royal Children’s Hospital of Melbourne
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