## Overview Reactive lymphadenopathy is non-specific enlargement of lymph nodes in response to regional infection, inflammation, or vaccination. The prescapular node commonly reacts to forelimb wounds. Nodes are enlarged, firm, and sometimes painful or warm, and they resolve when the primary cause is treated. ## Causes Drainage from a nearby infection or inflammatory stimulus. ## Diagnosis Palpation of enlarged nodes and identification of the primary site. ## Treatment Treat the underlying wound or infection. The nodes themselves usually need no direct therapy. ## Recovery and Prognosis Excellent once the primary problem resolves. ## Prevention Prompt wound care.
enlarged firm sometimes painful lymph node; may be warm; associated regional wound or infection; resolves with treatment of the primary cause
## Overview Reactive lymphadenopathy is non-specific enlargement of lymph nodes in response to regional infection, inflammation, or vaccination. The prescapular node commonly reacts to forelimb wounds. Nodes are enlarged, firm, and sometimes painful or warm, and they resolve when the primary cause is treated. ## Causes Drainage from a nearby infection or inflammatory stimulus. ## Diagnosis Palpation of enlarged nodes and identification of the primary site. ## Treatment Treat the underlying wound or infection. The nodes themselves usually need no direct therapy. ## Recovery and Prognosis Excellent once the primary problem resolves. ## Prevention Prompt wound care.
enlarged firm sometimes painful lymph node; may be warm; associated regional wound or infection; resolves with treatment of the primary cause