Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function, 7th Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 0073403717
ISBN 13: 978-0-07340-371-7

Chapter 21 - The Lymphatic and Immune Systems - Study Guide - Testing Your Recall - Page 846: 13

Answer

Lymphadentis

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Lymphadentis is a condition in which one or more lymph nodes are swollen and painful to the touch. This usually occurs when a lymph node is being challenged by an antigen. From lymph- meaning “water”, adeno meaning “gland”, and -itis meaning “inflammation”.
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