10 Gingivitis Symptoms
Symptom #6: Swollen Lymph Nodes
Lymph nodes are part of the immune system that function to filter and trap pathogens. Swollen lymph nodes are often seen in infections, cancers, autoimmune diseases, and more. There are many white blood cells in the lymph nodes that help to fight off an infection.
Usually, the site of swollen lymph nodes corresponds with the drainage of lymphatic fluid of the area of inflammation. For example, an infected toe will result in swollen lymph nodes in the groin while an infected finger leads to swollen lymph nodes in the axillary. In gingivitis, the most commonly affected area are the lymph nodes in the neck.
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