Swollen Glands In The Groin Area And Hiv

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Lymph Node Swelling in Groin Area

What does a swollen lymph node in the groin area indicate. Can it be operated on....

Response from Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D.

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A swollen gland in the groin is usally indicative of an infection in the groin or leg. It is difficult to be sure what kind of infection, and can range from a skin infection in the leg, to herpes to HIV. -BYBenjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D.... Read more »

very painful swollen lymph node in groin

I've had a painful swollen lymph node in my groin for about 2 weeks. My doctor prescribed me... Read more »

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Swollen Lymph nodes in the groin, expert advice ASAP PLEASE!

My fiance has swollen lymph nodes on both sides of his groin. They started off the size of a bean... Read more »

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groin area question .... need an answer

Posted by Anonymous, 5 Replies

i don;t know whether it's because of lymph node swelling at groin area. i read somewhere that infection by hiv can cause fat accumulation at the tummy area (below belly button). anyone know whether this is true?i have all kinds of symptom but only... Read more »

swollen glands,

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Was wondering if anyone could shed some light on the gland issue. I (male) had a possible vaginal exposure almost eight months ago. Tested at the doc's office: hiv 1/2, neg @ 24 weeks. Tested Home access @7.5 months, neg.
I have a swollen gland... Read more »

swolen glands in groin

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

I went to the doctor for a check up. I thought I had a swolen gland in my groin are... The doctor said she couldn't feel anything.

I am really panicking as It has been six weeks ago since I've been exposed to HIV.

How do you know if you have a swolen... Read more »

Swollen Salivary Glands

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Are swollen salivary glands a sign of HIV infection, whether recent or not? I have two bumps beneath my jaw on the upper side adjacent to my throat. I don't know if these are lymph glands (scared it may be persitent generalized lymphadenopathy as... Read more »

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