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What type of infection causes swollen lymph nodes in the groin area?

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What type of infection causes swollen lymph nodes in the groin area?

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There can be many causes of swollen lymph nodes in the groin. The lymph nodes of the body drain towards the center usually. So, if you have a throat or lung infection, you will have swollen lymph nodes in your neck area, a problem in your legs like an infected cut, or in your belly can cause swollen lymph nodes in the groin. Swollen nodes anywhere can also be from a process that affects the entire body. Swollen lymph nodes can be very benign (viral infection, normal variant) but they can also be a sign of a more serious issue. Possibilities include: 1) Infection – viral, bacterial, fungal, protozoan, tuberculosis, HIV, cat scratch disease 2) Cancer – organ with metastases, lymphoma or leukemia 3) Autoimmune disease – lupus, vasculitis Therefore, if you have swollen groin nodes that you can feel, you should see a physician.

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