Overview Lymphadenopathy is abnormality in nodes under various categories like size, number or consistency. Inguinal lymphadenopathy is swelling in the lymph nodes of the inguinal region. In common terms, Inguinal region refers to the groin region. Lymph nodes are part of the body’s immune system, so play an important role in fighting against various infections. Lymph nodes filter out the…
Inguinal lymphadenopathy is commonly present in syphilis, chancroid, and lymphogranuloma venereum. In this ailment the lymph nodes of the groin area get swollen either due to neoplastic process or infection. Inguinal lymphadenopathy is a sign of an inflammatory process going on in the lower extremity or groin area. Systemic diseases like lymphoma, HIV infection and tuberculosis can result in the…