Facial and neck lymph nodes

See your GP straight away if you develop any sign of infection in your skin such as tenderness, redness, heat, discharge or a new area of swelling. Request an Appointment at Mayo Clinic. Your lymphoedema or MLD therapist can teach you this. It is possible that you could have swollen lymph nodes, also called "swollen glands. See your doctor if you're concerned or if your swollen lymph nodes:. Soft, tender and moveable swollen glands are typically signs of an inflammation or infection.

In such a case, they appear red and enlarged, and are accompanied by enlarged jugulo-digastric lymph nodes.

Lymphatic Drainage Massages for Faces

A company limited by guarantee, registered in England and Wales company number Their afferent vessels drain the eyelids, the conjunctiva, and the skin and mucous membrane of the nose and cheek; their efferents pass to the submandibular glands. There is a chain of lymph nodes that reaches from the inner corners of your eyes to your nose. Some people are given compression garments to help to keep swelling down. The deep lymphatic vessels arise from the deep cervical lymph nodes. Always tell your GP or cancer specialist if you notice swelling in your face or neck. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission.