Multiple small pelvic lymph nodes

If multiple small lymph nodes appear in the pelvic area, you should go to the hospital for examination in time. If they are no larger than one centimeter, you should pay attention to follow-up and receive timely and good treatment to prevent the causes of tumors. Generally, it is caused by lymphadenitis, which can easily lead to swollen lymph nodes, which is also a great threat to women's health. It is mainly divided into primary lymphedema and secondary edema.

Multiple small pelvic lymph nodes

Lymph nodes no larger than 1 cm can be closely monitored and followed up, and if necessary, combined with relevant tumor markers or PET-CT examination. Avoid eating too greasy food, pay attention to a balanced diet, and combine meat and vegetables! The most common cause of swollen lymph nodes is lymphadenitis, followed by swollen lymph nodes caused by infection. Swollen lymph nodes can also occur when tumor diseases such as lymphoma or other tumors metastasize to the lymph nodes.

What are the symptoms of lymphedema and how is it diagnosed?

There are many causes of lymphedema, which can be divided into two categories: primary and secondary, taking into account both the cause and clinical type. Primary lymphedema is mostly caused by congenital developmental disorders such as lymphangiectasia, valvular insufficiency or absence. Based on lymphangiography.

Primary lymphedema can be classified as follows: ① Lymphatic hypoplasia, with absence of subcutaneous lymph nodes; ② Lymphatic hypoplasia, small and few lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels; ③ Lymphatic hyperplasia, with large and numerous lymph nodes and lymphatic vessels, sometimes with twisting and varicose. Among them, lymphatic dysplasia is very rare and is common in congenital lymphedema. Underdevelopment is the most common type. Both simple and congenital lymphedema are congenital. Early-onset lymphedema is more common in adolescent girls or young women, and the symptoms worsen during menstruation. Therefore, it is speculated that the cause may be related to endocrine disorders, which accounts for 85% to 90% of primary lymphedema. If the disease starts after the age of 35, it is called delayed lymphedema. Secondary lymphedema is mostly caused by lymphatic obstruction. The most common lymphedema in China are filariasis-induced lymphedema and streptococcal infection-induced lymphedema. Upper limb lymphedema is not uncommon after radical mastectomy.

Classification:

1. Primary lymphedema

1. Congenital: simple, hereditary (milroy disease)

2. Early onset

(ii) Secondary lymphedema

1. Infectious: parasites, bacteria, fungi, etc.

2. Injury: surgery, radiotherapy, burns, etc.

3. Malignant tumors: primary tumors, secondary tumors

4. Others: systemic diseases, pregnancy, etc.