It is usual for one of two 'shotty' lymph nodes to be palpable in each groin. Just check the oral cavity once for any obvious unusual lesion. The inguinal lymph nodes should always be palpated as part of the. So overall, it seems to be a reactive lymph node and should observe it for a week.
If there is rapid enlargement and change in consistency to a hard one, then get a simple FNAC (fine needle aspiration cytology) which I am not expecting in you.
So, observe it for a week and if not for rapid increase in size and it decreases in size then needs no investigations. The size of lymph node is usually less than 2 cm in the groin and less than 1 cm in the neck region.Īlso, other than size, the course of lymph nodes is important. Also, groin lymph nodes are palpable in a majority of individuals which usually occurs due to noticed or unnoticed infection in lower limbs, genital in the past. Consistency may vary with infection, but it should not be stony hard which occurs in malignancies which can be identified very easily.Īlso, considering your age and other supporting factors like cold, etc., it is likely a reactive node secondary to infection. So, the site may appear unusual to you but it is possible to get enlarged at the site. Yes, it is likely related to current infection, either a cold or tooth infection as it is a draining lymph node for both the sites. I have firm "shotty" lymph nodes in my groin that have always been there. But, because it is a relatively different finding for me, I wanted to check and see if it should warrant further investigation. So, I have been inclined to think it is due to infection. I noticed this spot at a time where my tooth infections, acne, and cold symptoms were flaring up. I also have chronic chin acne and been dealing with chronic mild wisdom tooth infections. Since I have always noticed the spot I am assuming it is a lymph node but my question is: Is it normal for a lymph node to gain this type of consistency? Typically mine swell in a more generalized/puffy way without being able to feel a defined lump. It just feels bigger/more firm this time. I have, however, felt the same spot in the past for a while. I have not, however, noticed similar swelling to this pea-sized bump in the past as the location and consistency of it seem a little different.
I have been ill with a cold this week and also have generally swollen lymph nodes on the sides of my neck as well, which is typical for me. I have a small, but firm/rubbery lump under my chin near the front of my neck (sort of the curve where neck and chin meet). I am a 30 year old female, 5' 7", 130 lbs.