Lymphadenopathy and Splenomegaly: Approach and Evaluation
Lymphadenopathy associated with infection often develops quickly and may be painful. When due to lymphoma or malignancy, the rate of enlargement tends to be slower and can wax and wane in the case of lymphoma.If splenomegaly is present, the size (in cm) from the left costal margin must be recorded. It is important to distinguish the left kidney from the spleen when palpating a mass in the left hypochondrium...