Question 1

my two year old has a swollen lymph node or gland on the right side of the neck. its moveable and been there for some time. ?

Accepted Answer

Lymph node: For the moment I would keep an eye on it.As long as it remains isolated, it poses no problem.  As you yourself suggests it's been there for some time causing no problem

Question 2

i have a swollen lymph node at the side of my neck and last night i discovered that a gland is swollen at the back of my neck what may cause this?

Accepted Answer

Several: In young and older, viral infections may lead to enlarged nodes. As one ages, lymphoma or cancer become more common.

Question 3

can anybody give me advice about lump/swollen lymph node gland on neck?

Accepted Answer

Monitoring Centers: Lymphatic system absorbs/carries things too big to go into the arteries/veins like bacteria eaten by white cells and digested food. Lymph nodes "taste" the lymph for anything bad like bacteria/viruses/cancers, etc. When it detects a problem, it alerts the immune system and your body reacts. They enlarge in response to the inflammation they create when they react. They shrink when all is well.

Question 4

i have a tight feeling palatoglossal arch a little scaly in texture, and a small bump at the top where it connects behind the top molars, maybe a swollen gland. i also have a single swollen lymph node. all began about 3 weeks ago, feel otherwise fine?

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Watch and wait: 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. 
Wish you good health!

Question 5

how do i know if i'm feeling a swollen lymph node under the jaw (near chin) or my salivary gland? it's on both sides, feels like a nonmoveable ball.

Accepted Answer

Duration?: Likely a reactive lymph node. If persists another week, see ENT doc for assessment.

Question 6

can tonsil stones cause a swollen lymph node? i have a swollen node in my neck on the side that has tonsil stones. it stays full of stones!

Accepted Answer

Yes: That is possible. You are also at slightly higher risk for strep, so if you develop a fever and sore throat with the lymph node enlargement, make sure to see your doc.

Question 7

swollen lymph nodes/glands, no other symptoms. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Its hard to say what this might be. It depends on things like how big it is, how long it's been there, whether it's growing, whether it's painful, and how it feels...

It is probably worth getting checked out soon; however, if it is growing it would need to be checked out immediately.

Question 8

can you feel swollen lymph nodes/ glands when layin down or just when standing up? what i am feeling i can feel while standing but not laying down.

Accepted Answer

Both: Pathologically enlarged lymph nodes are palpable in both supine and upright positions. However, it would be prudent to see a doctor if you think that you can feel your lymph nodes.

Question 9

what can cause swollen lymph nodes or swollen salivary glands?

Accepted Answer

Lots of things: Swollen lymph nodes may be swollen due to inflammation, infection, lymphoma, cancer, sarcoid or castlemann's disease.

Swollen salivary glands are a little harder but may be enlarged due to infection, blocked salivary ducts, inflammation or cancer. 

I am sure there are other possibilities but off the top of my head these seem to be the most common.

Question 10

which type of doctor should i see for swollen lymph nodes/glands?

Accepted Answer

More than one choice: Any family doctor can help you and guide you further. Ent doctors handle most swollen glands in he neck area where they are commonly due to infections. If you have swollen glands in the armpits, then you need to go to a general surgeon or a family doctor or pcp.

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My two year old has a swollen lymph node or gland on the right side of the neck. its moveable and been there for some time. ?

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I have a swollen lymph node at the side of my neck and last night i discovered that a gland is swollen at the back of my neck what may cause this?

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Can anybody give me advice about lump/swollen lymph node gland on neck?

A member asked:

I have a tight feeling palatoglossal arch a little scaly in texture, and a small bump at the top where it connects behind the top molars, maybe a swollen gland. i also have a single swollen lymph node. all began about 3 weeks ago, feel otherwise fine?

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How do i know if i'm feeling a swollen lymph node under the jaw (near chin) or my salivary gland? it's on both sides, feels like a nonmoveable ball.

A member asked:

Can tonsil stones cause a swollen lymph node? i have a swollen node in my neck on the side that has tonsil stones. it stays full of stones!

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Swollen lymph nodes/glands, no other symptoms. what could this be?

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Can you feel swollen lymph nodes/ glands when layin down or just when standing up? what i am feeling i can feel while standing but not laying down.

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What can cause swollen lymph nodes or swollen salivary glands?

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Which type of doctor should i see for swollen lymph nodes/glands?

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