What Is Scarlet Fever?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
6. Swollen Lymph Nodes
Lymph nodes are an important part of our immune system because they help to remove pathogens from our blood. This means that when we are ill, our lymph nodes will be called upon to help in the fight against disease. As they are made to work harder than usual, they can become swollen as a result.
Lymph nodes are located in several places in the body, including in the neck. In cases of scarlet fever, those nodes in the neck will become swollen. As a result, the neck itself will also become swollen and also tender to the touch. This symptom is not dangerous in itself, but it is a sign of a potentially serious underlying cause.
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