Lymph Node Enlargement — Which Doctor Should I See?

Lymph node enlargement can result from infections (viral or bacterial), immune disorders, certain medications, or cancer. Common causes include colds, flu, mononucleosis, and HIV. Less commonly, it may indicate lymphoma or leukemia.

Seek medical attention if lymph nodes remain enlarged for more than 2-3 weeks, are very large, hard, or fixed in place, or if accompanied by fever, night sweats, weight loss, or difficulty breathing.

No. Most lymph node enlargement is temporary and caused by minor infections. However, persistent enlargement warrants medical evaluation to rule out serious conditions like cancer or chronic infections.