Superficial lymph glands and lymphatic vessels of head and neck. (Occipital glands labeled at center left.) |
Lymph nodes at surface:
Facial lymph nodes:
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| Lymphatic system |
| scalp, occiput |
| nodi lymphoidei occipitales |
| 61214 |
| Anatomical terminology [edit on Wikidata] |
The occipital lymph nodes, one to three in number, are located on the back of the head close to the margin of the trapezius and resting on the insertion of the semispinalis capitis.
Their afferent vessels drain the occipital region of the scalp, while their efferents pass to the superior deep cervical glands.
Contents
- 1 Additional images
- 2 Etymology
- 3 References
- 4 External links
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Etymology[edit]
The word occipital comes from the Latin: occiput ("the back of the head").
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External links[edit]
- lesson5 at The Anatomy Lesson by Wesley Norman (Georgetown University) (livingnecklateral)
- //www.patient.info
- //www.emedicine.com/ent/topic306.htm#section~anatomy_of_the_cervical_lymphatics
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How do you check lymph nodes in head?
How to Check Lymph Nodes in the Head and Neck.
With your fingertips, in a gentle circular motion feel the lymph nodes shown..
Start with the nodes in front of the ear (1) then follow in order finishing just above the collar bone (10).
Always check your nodes in this order..
Check both sides for comparison..
Are there lymph nodes on head?
Your lymphatic system is a network of organs, vessels and lymph nodes situated throughout your body. Many lymph nodes are located in your head and neck region.
What causes swollen lymph nodes in head?
Lymph nodes swell when an infection occurs in the area where they're located. For example, the lymph nodes in the neck can become swollen in response to an upper respiratory infection, such as the common cold. Swollen lymph nodes in the head and neck may also be caused by infections such as: ear infection.
Can you get swollen lymph nodes on your head?
Lymph nodes swell when an infection occurs in the area where they're located. For example, the lymph nodes in the neck can become swollen in response to an upper respiratory infection, such as the common cold. Swollen lymph nodes in the head and neck may also be caused by infections such as: ear infection.