lymph node
noun
: any of the rounded masses of lymphoid tissue that are surrounded by a capsule of connective tissue, are distributed along the lymphatic vessels, and contain numerous lymphocytes which filter the flow of lymph passing through the node
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Wen: Diagnosis is made through laboratory testing of blood, sputum and parts of a swollen lymph node.
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Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
Bubonic plague is the most common form of the disease, affecting the lymph nodes.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
If your pet shows symptoms such as a high fever or swollen lymph nodes, is lethargic, has a loss of appetite or develops a cough or eye drainage, contact a veterinarian immediately.
—Stephanie Innes, AZCentral.com, 11 July 2025
The cancer had already spread to the lymph nodes in her neck, so they too were removed.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
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Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
Bubonic plague is the most common form of the disease, affecting the lymph nodes.
—Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
If your pet shows symptoms such as a high fever or swollen lymph nodes, is lethargic, has a loss of appetite or develops a cough or eye drainage, contact a veterinarian immediately.
—Stephanie Innes, AZCentral.com, 11 July 2025
The cancer had already spread to the lymph nodes in her neck, so they too were removed.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 July 2025
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“Lymph node.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lymph%20node. Accessed 27 Jul. 2025.
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