10 Leukemia Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #3: Lymphadenopathy
The term lymphadenopathy is used to describe lymph nodes that are abnormal in consistency, size, or number. The lymph nodes help to filter the blood. In leukemia, clusters of leukemia cells can collect in the lymph nodes causing them to become swollen.
In leukemia, swollen lymph nodes are most commonly seen in the neck, collarbone area, armpit or groin as they are closest to the surface. Other lymph nodes can be affected as well but can only be detected via imaging such as computed tomography (CT) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans. Swollen lymph nodes in leukemia are usually painless.
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