The lymphatic system plays an important role in protecting the body from infections and tumor diseases. However, sometimes lymph nodes can become enlarged for no apparent reason, which is called lymphadenopathy. Lymph nodes can be affected by a variety of diseases, including cancer, HIV infection, tuberculosis and some other infections. One type of lymphadenopathy is dermatopathic lymphadenopathy, which affects the skin and subcutaneous tissue. In this article we will look at the causes and symptoms of dermatopathic lymphadenopathy, as well as methods of its treatment.
Causes of dermatopathic lymphadenopathy
Dermatopathic lymphadenopathy is caused by a disruption in the process of clearing lymph from the body. This can happen for a number of reasons:
1) Infectious diseases: Some infectious diseases, such as tuberculosis, leprosy, syphilis, HIV and giardiasis, can cause lymphatic insufficiency and, accordingly, dermatopathic lymphadenopathy. 2) Benign lymph node diseases: Benign lymph node tumors and cysts, such as lymph node lymphoma or thyroid cyst, can also cause lymphatic failure. 3) Malignancies: Cancers of the lymphatic system, such as Hodgkin's lymphoma, can also lead to lymphatic failure. 4) Systemic diseases: Dermatopathic lymphadenophia can be caused by other systemic diseases, including autoimmune diseases, cardiovascular diseases and liver diseases. 5) Medications: A number of medications can cause lymphedema and other manifestations of lymphatic insufficiency, such as alcohol disease (cirrhosis of the liver), polymyalgia rheumatica, and the toxic effects of certain drugs such as hydroxychloroquine. 6) Trauma: Injury to the mediastinum, diaphragm, or chest wall associated with rib fractures can lead to obstruction of lymphatic drainage and lymphatic failure 7) Age: Menopausal women may experience enlarged lymph nodes due to decreased levels of estrogen, which regulate hormonal body balance. 8) Hereditary factors: Hereditary factors may also play a role in the development of lymphadenopathy. Some genetic problems, such as mutations in genes that encode proteins involved in regulating the immune response, may increase the risk of developing lymphadenopathy. Symptoms of dermatopathic lymphangipolypathy Lymph nodes with dermatophagia may look like small nodules with a diameter of about 1 cm. Their color can vary from pink to dark red. The nodules are painless and usually do not cause problems. The formations may increase over time, but usually