Question 1

is swollen side of neck below ear from strep?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Sxs of strep throat can include: pain of throat; large, red tonsils w white exudates; small red dots on roof of mouth; swollen lymph nodes on neck; fever, headache, rash, difficulty swallowing, fatigue or rash. Complications :infection of middle ear, sinuses, tonsils, skin, blood as well as scarlet fever, inflammation of kidney (glomerulonephritis) ; eventually rheumatic fever.

Question 2

swollen sides of neck, body-ache, constantly feeling cold. no sore throat, mild upset stomach.?

Accepted Answer

Cold sensitivity: There are several possibilities, however being more sensitive to the cold temperatures and swelling in the neck suggests the possibility of a thyroid illness causing a condition of low thyroid production called hypothyroidism with an enlargement of the thyroid called goiter.  It is imperative that you obtain medical consultation and examination to determine the true cause of your problems.

Question 3

had tonsillitis for a week, on antibiotics, throat pain better but one side of tonsil still swollen, side of neck still tender too. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: In this situation it will be important to makes sure there is no peritonsillar abcess.

Question 4

my left lymph node is swollen and side of neck is tender to the touch, arms are weak with tingling and numbness along with chest pressure what should i do?

Accepted Answer

: The swollen lymph node and neck tenderness suggest an infection,probably viral. In view of the other symptoms I recommend notifying your physician to get instructions about an examination and testing for Covid infection. There may be an element of anxiety to your symptoms, but I think it's important to get checked.

Question 5

why do you get swollen lymph node side of neck?

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Infection: As a tooth, or oral infection of the lower teeth.

Question 6

woke up with a swollen area on side of neck to the back, nk & shoulder aches occasionally. area feels rubbery and moves, an inch long. is it a danger?

Accepted Answer

Difficult to say: it would be best for you to see your primary provider for an exam. They can take a detailed look at the are your are describing and be able to let you know if additional testing is needed or prescribe medicine as needed

Question 7

swollen lumps on side of neck under the right ear?

Accepted Answer

Short: Term  may be normal after sinus infection or cold, longer term, growing and hard, you need to see doctor!

Question 8

4 year old had fever for two days, noticed swollen nodes on side of neck as well. fever gone for two days now. when will lymph nodes go back down?

Accepted Answer

Weeks: Normal reactivity (swelling) in lymph nodes will cycle up/down over a 3-4 week period. Neck nodes are easily detected since they overlie muscles rather than being buried in tissue. If bug bites/colds/vaccines/skin rashes in the area occur they can persist.

Question 9

please tell me all cause of swollen glands in side of neck?

Accepted Answer

Visit your DR: There are to many possible causes, unless you have any other symptoms it would be hard to diagnose.

Question 10

i feel something swollen in left side of neck for 1month.my doctor says it is bilateral anterior cervical chain lymphadenopathy. i am 17.i am afraid!!

Accepted Answer

Nodes: lymph node enlargement aka lymphadenopathy is quite common in two anatomic locations: 1) the neck area &amp; 2) the groin.  These locations are prone to infections (viral or bacterial)&amp;  will result in the body's reacting with lymphadenopathy.  Follow up with your MD, &amp; also have your dentist check for any oral problems that could cause such reactive changes. If there is progressive ↑ in size, see MD.

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Is swollen side of neck below ear from strep?

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Swollen sides of neck, body-ache, constantly feeling cold. no sore throat, mild upset stomach.?

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Had tonsillitis for a week, on antibiotics, throat pain better but one side of tonsil still swollen, side of neck still tender too. is this normal?

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My left lymph node is swollen and side of neck is tender to the touch, arms are weak with tingling and numbness along with chest pressure what should i do?

A member asked:

Why do you get swollen lymph node side of neck?

A member asked:

Woke up with a swollen area on side of neck to the back, nk & shoulder aches occasionally. area feels rubbery and moves, an inch long. is it a danger?

A member asked:

Swollen lumps on side of neck under the right ear?

A member asked:

4 year old had fever for two days, noticed swollen nodes on side of neck as well. fever gone for two days now. when will lymph nodes go back down?

A member asked:

Please tell me all cause of swollen glands in side of neck?

A member asked:

I feel something swollen in left side of neck for 1month.my doctor says it is bilateral anterior cervical chain lymphadenopathy. i am 17.i am afraid!!

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