Causes of Swollen Lymph Nodes in Armpit
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
6. Measles
Measles, also known as rubella, is a disease that has claimed millions of lives in the past. It is not always dangerous but it can result in some very serious complications in a small number of cases. Regardless, it is very contagious, which accounts for the high number of deaths despite a low fatality rate.
Typical symptoms include a rash, fever, aching muscles and joints, and swollen lymph nodes. Measles had been largely eliminated in the West thanks to effective vaccination programs. Unfortunately, the disease has seen a resurgence in recent years due to a decline in vaccinations of children.
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