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Adenitis

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Overview

Adenitis is a general term for an inflammation of a gland or lymph node.

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Classification

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Classification

Adenitis may be classified according to the affected region of the body.

  • Cervical: Involves Inflammation of lymph nodes in the neck.
  • Mesenteric: Involves inflammation of lymph nodes in the abdomen.
  • Sebaceous: Involves Inflammation of sebaceous glands in the skin.

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Pathophysiology

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Causes

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Differentiating Adenitis from other Diseases

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Risk Factors

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Natural History, Complications and Prognosis

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Diagnosis

Diagnosis

History and Symptoms | Physical Examination | Laboratory Findings | Other Imaging Findings

Treatment

Treatment

Medical Therapy | Surgery | Prevention

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