lymphadenopathy

[ lim-fad-n-op-uh-thee, lim-fuh-dn- ]

noun

, Pathology.

, plural lym·phad·e·nop·a·thies.

1. chronically swollen lymph nodes.

lymphadenopathy

/ lɪmˌfædɪˈnɒpəθɪ; ˌlɪmfæd- /

noun

1. a swelling of the lymph nodes, usually caused by inflammation associated with a viral infection such as rubella

Word History and Origins

Origin of lymphadenopathy¹

First recorded in 1915–20; lymph- + adeno- + -pathy

Example Sentences

Attached to it was a referral note that read, “lymphadenopathy NYD,” which meant swollen lymph nodes that were “not yet diagnosed.”

From Salon

“As more information about the incidence and appearance of axillary lymphadenopathy following COVID-19 vaccination becomes available, it may be appropriate to change the duration of follow-up or final assessment recommendations,” the society said.

From Washington Post

The scan detected problems — pulmonary infiltrates and new lymphadenopathy, she said — and so she began receiving more opioid pain medication.

From New York Times

Next thing I know stat stat CT angiogram was ordered for my neck which showed new infiltrates in my lungs superiorly and new pleural effusion since December 1 in addition to new mediastinal lymphadenopathy.

From Washington Post

He “needlessly suffered for decades with co-existing conditions common in HIV infected persons, including lymphadenopathy, neurotoxoplasmosis, muscle aches and joint pain,” the complaint states.

From Washington Times