Question 1

can cocaine use cause swollen lymph nodes in the neck?

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No: I would consider other causes.  See your doctor.

Question 2

what are the causes of swollen lymph nodes in the neck?

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Many things: There are many causes of cervical adenopathy.  It occurs during many upper respiratory viral and bacterial infections, mononucleosis, CMV infection, bacterial infections of the face, scalp or neck etc.

Question 3

does having a cold cause swollen lymph nodes in your neck?

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Yes.: This is probably the most common cause of enlarged lymph nodes in the neck. After a patient recovers from the uri, the lymph nodes should cease to enlarge, and then gradually shrink down to their normal size (this sometimes can take 4-6 weeks). If the lymph nodes do not follow this pattern, then you may need further evaluation.

Question 4

whats the main cause of swollen lymph nodes in your neck? im just getting over a cold and recently it hurts on right side when i swallow. get checked?

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Dr. can check throat: Throat pain can be from a strep throat infection (antibiotics are needed), a cold or influenza (antibiotics usually not used), or from some other cause such as allergies or irritants. Usually, a person sees the doctor if the sore throat is bothersome, recurrent, or doesn't go away quickly (mainly to check for strep throat). Throat lozenges and Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin can help decrease throat pain.

Question 5

can swollen lymph nodes in the neck cause a transient ischemic attack?

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Nodes: Swollen nodes imply inflammation/infection and are not related to tia.

Question 6

what could be a cause of swollen lymph nodes on the neck?

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Many: Most common cause is a nearby infection or irritation causing the lymph nodes to enlarge, such as cold, flu, sore throat, ear ache, or dental/tooth problems. Sometimes scalp irritation can also cause enlarged cervical lymph nodes. Less common is lymphoma. Would need to see your doctor if the lymph nodes persist and do not resolve.

Question 7

what can cause two swollen lymph nodes in neck?

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Infection to tumor: The dx of swollen lymph nodes in  neck depends on size, location and symptoms of pain.  In upper neck 2 nodes can represent spread of throat infection to  ear, spread from  parotid gland.  In mid neck tumor can arise from metastatic thyroid and in supraclavicular fossa , an upward spread from lungs.  Biopsy if persistent or enlarging can show lymphoma, infection or tumor metastatic tumor.

Question 8

what could cause painful, swollen lymph nodes in neck?

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Inflammation in H&amp;N: Painful swollen nodes an indication of an inflammatory process in the H&amp;N area.  If the nodes are high in the posterior neck region, examine the scalp for an infection.  If in anterior triangle mid neck one should do endoscopy to see if lesion in area of larynx or cords . In supraclavicular area, inflammation apex of lung can cause the problem and chest X ray can help.  Bx if necessary.

Question 9

what can cause swollen lymph nodes in armpits and neck?

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Inflammation: Any inflammation, even dandruff in the area drained by the lymph node can result in enlargement. You may feel the node every couple of weeks, if the lymph gland doubles in size, becomes painful, ulcerates, or other nodes become enlarged, or you develop fever, or lose weight, you should see a doctor.

Question 10

what could cause swollen lymph nodes in groin and neck?

Accepted Answer

Infection or: neck and groin nodes often swell secondary to infection
depends n size and feel if firm and hard need biopsy

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