Question 1

i have a swollen and sore gland (lymph node maybe?) on the far right side of my neck. i also just quit smoking after 1 yr of it-- could it be related?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Cancers related to smoking usually require more tobacco than you have years.  In addition young people often have lymph nodes that swell when exposed to novel viruses or immune challenges. Problems with teeth or ears can also cause swelling.  This node should definitely get smaller over the next week or so.  If not see your doc for a thorough exam and history.

Question 2

can insect bites on the neck cause swollen lymph gland?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are thousands of lymph node located around the body that help screen out germs in the body serum before it returns to the circulation. There are many in the neck, head & behind the ear. At rest these are often 1/4 inch in diameter and may grow to marble sized when reacting to a stimulus. Bug bites, or viral infections can increase their size.They should shrink  down to nl size over a few wks.

Question 3

what causes a long term swollen lymph gland on right side of neck?

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See below: Most commonly, lymph glands swell in response to infection and inflammation.  This is what they should do as they help the body ward off these conditions.  Less commonly but moer importantly, they become cancerous.  If they are growing or have been enlarged for longer than 2-4 wekks, see your doctor.

Question 4

is it possible for a pimple to cause a swollen lymph gland in neck?

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If it gets infected: Lymph nodes swell up to help protect  the body from outside invasions like infections. If this is not the case  your physician can tell about other causes on your examination.

Question 5

what can cause a swollen lymph gland?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: Swollen lymphnodes are caused by things that cause inflamation.  This can be infectious: viral or bacterial, chemical exposure, allergies.  Tumors can cause swelling: lymphoma or metestatic turmors.

Question 6

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 7

what could cause a swollen lymph gland in the mornings?

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Many causes: Enlargememt of the lymphnodes can be anything from infections  to  allergies to malignancy   you need a full history and phsical along with labs and a chest xray.

Question 8

swollen lymph gland in the left side of my neck and hurts to swallow, cause?

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 9

possible cause of pain in swollen bump (lymph node? gland?) in l labia major that can be felt from rolling fingers over l outside/top and middle? 22.

Accepted Answer

Prob blocked gland : It sounds like it is a blocked gland. These can get more infected if not unblocked, so you should see a doctor about it. It could be a wart or other type of lump also. I'm not sure there is anything you should do for it on your own.

Question 10

my son is seven months old and teething, was struggling with fever 38.4 - 40.4c for three days but that has cleared up now he has a rash on his tummy and behind his ears paired with a swollen lymph gland behing his left ear. what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

An illness: I don't accept the idea that this was from teeth. This is a common pattern for many viruses that fever on/off for a few days ending with a rash as the fever leaves. The lymph glands often swell with such illnesses &amp; the most evident are those in the neck/head where they are not hidden deep in the tissues.

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I have a swollen and sore gland (lymph node maybe?) on the far right side of my neck. i also just quit smoking after 1 yr of it-- could it be related?

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Can insect bites on the neck cause swollen lymph gland?

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What causes a long term swollen lymph gland on right side of neck?

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Is it possible for a pimple to cause a swollen lymph gland in neck?

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What can cause a swollen lymph gland?

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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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What could cause a swollen lymph gland in the mornings?

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Swollen lymph gland in the left side of my neck and hurts to swallow, cause?

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Possible cause of pain in swollen bump (lymph node? gland?) in l labia major that can be felt from rolling fingers over l outside/top and middle? 22.

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My son is seven months old and teething, was struggling with fever 38.4 - 40.4c for three days but that has cleared up now he has a rash on his tummy and behind his ears paired with a swollen lymph gland behing his left ear. what could be the cause?

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