What could cause a sore lymph node?

Answer by  nursepractitionerlisa (793)

This is a sign your body is fighting an infection - any type of infection, like a viral cold or a flu, right up to big problems like leukemia.

Answer by  Zoe (2369)

If it is sore, that often means you are dealing with some kind of an infection. It is possible that you have a cold or a sore throat or even just seasonal allergies and your lymph nodes are being affected. If the lymph node feels hard you should contact a doctor in case you have a more serious infection.

Answer by  kmiser (79)

There is a possibility that you have a viral infection. Just like you can get an upper-repritory infection, viruses can attack the lymph nodes causing swelling and pain. These nodes are not only in the neck area, but can also be found under the armpit.

Answer by  bpmock (140)

I would think that infection would be the number one cause of a sore lymph node. Other then that maybe just fatigue or stress.

Answer by  sailoryue (853)

depends on where the lymph node is located. one of the lymph's in my neck started aching for me when i had a bad abscessed tooth in the back of my mouth. use ice to dull the pain and selling and see your doctor.