## Overview Inguinal lymphadenitis is inflammation and enlargement of the lymph nodes in the groin. It is usually secondary to infection or inflammation in the hind limb, sheath, udder, or external genitalia. Signs include enlarged painful nodes, hind-limb edema, and a stiff gait. Fever occurs with bacterial infection. ## Causes Bacterial infection draining to the regional nodes, or inflammatory conditions of the hindquarters. ## Diagnosis Palpation of enlarged nodes, ultrasound, and culture if abscessed. Search for the primary site of infection. ## Treatment Antibiotics for bacterial infection, anti-inflammatories, and treatment of the underlying cause. Abscesses may need drainage. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good once the primary infection is controlled. ## Prevention Prompt treatment of wounds and infections in the hindquarters.
enlarged painful inguinal lymph nodes; hind-limb edema; stiff gait; sheath or udder swelling; fever if bacterial
## Overview Inguinal lymphadenitis is inflammation and enlargement of the lymph nodes in the groin. It is usually secondary to infection or inflammation in the hind limb, sheath, udder, or external genitalia. Signs include enlarged painful nodes, hind-limb edema, and a stiff gait. Fever occurs with bacterial infection. ## Causes Bacterial infection draining to the regional nodes, or inflammatory conditions of the hindquarters. ## Diagnosis Palpation of enlarged nodes, ultrasound, and culture if abscessed. Search for the primary site of infection. ## Treatment Antibiotics for bacterial infection, anti-inflammatories, and treatment of the underlying cause. Abscesses may need drainage. ## Recovery and Prognosis Good once the primary infection is controlled. ## Prevention Prompt treatment of wounds and infections in the hindquarters.
enlarged painful inguinal lymph nodes; hind-limb edema; stiff gait; sheath or udder swelling; fever if bacterial