IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

LYMPHATIC TISSUES AND ORGANS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What lymph nodes are found in the neck?
A
cervical
B
axillary
C
inguinal
D
thoracic
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Level I: Submental and submandibular nodes. Level II: Upper jugular nodes (Subdigastric nodes)-around the upper third of the internal jugular vein and adjacent accessory nerve. More items

Detailed explanation-2: -Rouviere classified cervical nodes into a collar of nodes surrounding the upper aerodigestive tract (submental, facial, submandibular, parotid, mastoid, occipital and retropharyngeal) and two groups along the long axis of the neck (anterior cervical and postero-lateral cervical groups) [1].

Detailed explanation-3: -Although it’s uncommon for swollen cervical lymph nodes to indicate a more serious condition, it’s important to talk to your doctor if you experience the following symptoms: prolonged tenderness and pain. continual swelling for more than a week. fever.

Detailed explanation-4: -The deep anterior cervical lymph nodes that are situated mostly in the midline and can be divided into four groups of nodes including the prelaryngeal, thyroid, paratracheal and pretracheal nodes.

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