7/4/2023 0 Comments Swollen occipital lymph nodes![]() ![]() The posterior lateral nodes lie close to the external jugular vein and collect lymph from superficial surfaces of the neck. The anterior nodes lie close to the anterior jugular vein and collect lymph from the superficial surfaces of the anterior neck. Superficial Cervical: The superficial cervical lymph nodes can be divided into the superficial anterior cervical nodes and the posterior lateral superficial cervical lymph nodes.They collect lymph from the mucous membranes of the nose and cheek, eyelids and conjunctiva. Facial: This group comprises the maxillary/infraorbital, buccinator and supramandibular lymph nodes.They also receive lymph from the submental and facial lymph nodes. They are located below the mandible in the submandibular triangle and collect lymph from the cheeks, the lateral aspects of the nose, upper lip, lateral parts of the lower lip, gums and the anterior tongue. Submandibular: There are usually between 3-6 submandibular nodes. ![]() They collect lymph from the central lower lip, the floor of the mouth and the apex of the tongue.
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