What department should I visit for inguinal lymph node issues?
Disease description:
I was previously diagnosed with abdominal lymph node enlargement during a physical examination, but no specific tests were conducted. I would like to ask which department should I visit for swollen lymph nodes in the groin area?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Jiang Chenggang
When dealing with issues related to inguinal lymph nodes, patients should choose the appropriate department based on specific symptoms and potential causes. Generally, the following departments can be considered:
1. General Surgery: General surgery is an important department within the surgical system and can treat diseases caused by various factors, including infections and tumors. It serves as the primary department for addressing inguinal lymph node problems.
2. Infectious Diseases: If the inguinal lymphadenopathy is suspected to be caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection or other viral or bacterial infections, the patient should visit the Department of Infectious Diseases.
3. Hematology: The lymphatic system is closely related to the hematologic system. If the inguinal lymph node issues are suspected to be caused by hematologic diseases such as lymphoma, the patient should visit the Department of Hematology.
4. Oncology: For painless, progressive inguinal lymphadenopathy accompanied by symptoms such as weight loss and fever, the patient should promptly visit the Department of Oncology.
Before the visit, patients should provide a detailed description of their symptoms to assist the physician in making a more accurate diagnosis.
