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Does Hiv Cause Swelling In Lymph Nodes
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lymph node swelling-- HIV vs non-HIV enlargementIf nodal enlargement is because of HIV, all the nodes around the body should have the same chance to enlarge. However, most of the nodes appear around the throat and neck. I think it is because all HIV+ guys have some infection in their mouth and...
Response from Bruce Dezube, M.D.
Harvard Medical School
You didn't realize actually ask a question. Most of your comments are correct. HIV infection typically causes generalize lymph node enlargement. It is not unusal for some of the lymph node groups to be particularly enlarged. The three areas...
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Which lymph node swelling should prompt HIV testing?Which particular lymph nodes would be suspicious for hiv infection. I realize they can't be... Read more »Very painful lymph nodes; I have both HIV and cancer. Which disease is causing these nodes?HIV+ for over 7 yrs, CD4 190, viral load 45,000 recently started anti-retrovirals. Had a growth... Read more »
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Does HIV always cause swollen lymph nodes?
Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies
Even if you do not have any other symptoms will swollen gland always appear in the first few weeks of infection?
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Lymph node pain,swelling, and bruising
Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply
If you were exposed to hiv would you have the following symptoms? Swelling, bruising and pain in your lymph nodes by your elbows and behind your knees? I am experiencing pain in my left elbow area on top of my arm. Also, pain, swelling, and...
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Lymph Node Swelling
Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies
when they talk about lymph node swelling, is it visible or what kind of pain is involved and is it in all places or just restricted to certain parts of the body?with this would you have fever or any other signs? thanks and hope to hear from someone...
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Q for HIV+ people about swollen lymph nodes
Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies
Q for HIV+ people about swollen lymph nodesI would like to know if when you have swollen glands in the neck are they sore or painless? I just took the plunge and took my 2nd HIV testI am awaiting my results, which should be ready, this fri-sat. I am... Read more »
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