Swollen lymph node on left side of neck

Question 1

Have a 4mm swollen lymph node on left side of neck. what does the cortex may be mildly thickened suggesting reactive process mean? i haven't been sick?

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The issue is whether this enlarged lymph node is malignant or inflammatory only. I like to sit down with the interpreting radiologist & ask his/he... Read More

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The lymph node is small and has feature of a reactive lymph node. A reactive lymph node is usually detected when you body fights a viral or bacterial ... Read More

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Question 2

16 mo old has small swollen lymph node on left side of neck... has been there for 6-8 months. ped said don't worry: i am anyway. should i be?

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Lymph nodes: You will have lots to worry about in the future. This one you can believe your doctor and file it away as normal. I believe a relaxed mom will help... Read More

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Question 3

Have had swollen lymph node on left side of neck for 1 year, rubbery, now more nearby in last 2 months. night sweats last 2 months. is this concerning?

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Yes: Multiple enlarged lymph nodes and night sweats warrant an evaluation. Please see a doctor as it is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion in thi... Read More

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See doc immediately: These are some concerning symptoms. Go to your doctor ASAP and get evaluated. Best Wishes Dr M

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Question 4

Is a swollen lymph node on left side of neck with eustachian tube dysfunction anything to worry about? it is about almond-sized.

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If lymph node: is less than 1cm and recent onset, probably no. If it is larger or persistent, you should show it to your doctor.

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Question 5

Swollen lymph node on left side of neck, no other symptoms and it's been there for more than 6 months. is it cancer?

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Probably not!: You definitely need to see a healthcare provider to have this examined. But i can reassure you that one swollen lymph node in someone your age with no... Read More

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Question 6

I've been coughing and have a swollen lymph node on left side of neck. now, localized stabs of pain along throat muscle on left side. why?

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Throat infection : Your symptoms of cough, swelling in your neck and associated throat pain suggest an infection. Often these are viral in nature and resolve with time. ... Read More

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Question 7

2 swollen lymph nodes on left side of neck pea size and a little hard and 1 on the right side a little bigger than a pea. have had them for 3 months.

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Could be serious: Enlarged lymph nodes can indicate infection from virus or bacteria, or something more serious like lymphoma or other cancers. New enlarged lymph nodes... Read More

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Question 8

Bumps on middle of forehead. painful and itchy. started as 5 or 6 small bumps and are now 2 big ones. swollen lymph nodes on left side of neck/jaw.

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Infection, shingles?: This sounds like a skin infection of some sort. It could be a bacterial infection (e.g. staph, strep, etc) but I'm more suspicious of herpes zoster (s... Read More

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Question 9

Swollen lymph nodes on left side of neck since last year may, havent not grown. all soft, moves easily. very skinny guy. some ear aches just started?

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Watch and wait: You may feel the nodes every couple of weeks, if any of the lymph glands doubles in size, becomes painful, ulcerates, or other nodes become enlarged, ... Read More

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Question 10

Small swollen lymph nodes on left side of neck and also groin but just on the left they're not visible but you can feel them sore throat strep was neg

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See doctor: You sound like you have seen a doctor. You need firm ether evaluation. Go back to doctor for complete evaluation.

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Swollen lymph node on left side of neck

Have a 4mm swollen lymph node on left side of neck. what does the cortex may be mildly thickened suggesting reactive process mean? i haven't been sick?

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16 mo old has small swollen lymph node on left side of neck... has been there for 6-8 months. ped said don't worry: i am anyway. should i be?

Have had swollen lymph node on left side of neck for 1 year, rubbery, now more nearby in last 2 months. night sweats last 2 months. is this concerning?

Is a swollen lymph node on left side of neck with eustachian tube dysfunction anything to worry about? it is about almond-sized.

Swollen lymph node on left side of neck, no other symptoms and it's been there for more than 6 months. is it cancer?

I've been coughing and have a swollen lymph node on left side of neck. now, localized stabs of pain along throat muscle on left side. why?

2 swollen lymph nodes on left side of neck pea size and a little hard and 1 on the right side a little bigger than a pea. have had them for 3 months.

Bumps on middle of forehead. painful and itchy. started as 5 or 6 small bumps and are now 2 big ones. swollen lymph nodes on left side of neck/jaw.

Swollen lymph nodes on left side of neck since last year may, havent not grown. all soft, moves easily. very skinny guy. some ear aches just started?

Small swollen lymph nodes on left side of neck and also groin but just on the left they're not visible but you can feel them sore throat strep was neg

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