FLUID COMPARTMENTS AND FLUID SHIFTS. Water accounts for a total of 60-70% of body weight and is contained in three compartments: intracellular, interstitial and intravascular. Intracellular water accounts for about 40% of body weight and 70% of total body water.
Which lymph nodes are swollen can help identify the problem. 1  The glands on either side of the neck, under the jaw, or behind the ears commonly swell when you have a cold or sore throat.  Glands in the armpit (axillary lymph nodes) may swell from an injury or infection to the arm or hand.
Symptoms depend on the cause of the swelling and the location of the swollen lymph nodes. Common symptoms accompanying lymph node inflammation include: tender, swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, and groin; upper respiratory symptoms, such as a fever, runny nose, or sore throat; limb swelling, which could indicate lymphatic system blockage