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Explain what happens if lymph nodes become infected.

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Step-by-step explanation:

they usually increase in size, become tender, and may be felt in other areas of your body during a physical exam

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When lymph nodes become infected, they usually increase in size, become tender, and may be felt in other areas of your body during a physical exam. Infections that spread to lymph nodes are usually caused by bacteria, a virus, or a fungus.

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