ANATOMY
LYMPHATIC SYSTEM
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Question
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The ____ lymph nodes are in your neck
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axillary
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cervical
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thoracic
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inguinal
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Cervical lymph nodes are in the front, sides, and back of the neck. They are usually smaller than 1 centimeter in diameter. If they are bigger, this could be a sign of an infection or other health problem, such as: an ear infection.
Detailed explanation-2: -Lymph nodes can always be felt in the neck and groin. They are about the size of a bean. They never go away.
Detailed explanation-3: -Knowledge of grouping and location of cervical lymph nodes is necessary. For palpation of preauricular nodes, roll your finger in front of the ear, against the maxilla. Sub occipital lymph nodes are palpable immediately behind the ear. Posterior cervical nodes are behind sternomastoid and in front of Trapezius.
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