Question 1

what would cause a gland to be abnormally swollen?

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Swollen gland: Likely what you are describing is something called lymphadenopathy, which is swelling and inflammation of lymph nodes.  This can lead to pain and can be aggravated by movement, depending on the location of the swollen lymph node.  Generally speaking, most lymphadenopathy is caused by infectious processes. This could be viral or bacterial.  Other causes can be chronic disease or malignancy.

Question 2

my rirghtside gland is swollen what should i do and what's wrong ?

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Sore throat?: Do you mean the right side of your throat? Likely, a upper respiratory infection is about to start or is being fought-off. If it has been swollen for more than a a month see a doctor for an exam.

Question 3

can tmj feel like swollen gland?

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Possible: Inflammation of the TMJ would indicate severe trauma or damage  (i hope this is not the case). Possibly it is another structure that is swollen, get an evaluation with your dentist!

Question 4

why do lymph glands become swollen?

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Infection, cancer: Lymph nodes swell when they 'catch' a virus or bacteria.  Immune cells multiply to fight the infx, causing swelling of the node(s).  U can have 1 swell without other symptoms of illness.  If it persists > 2-3 wks, get checked out.  If a node is painful, it's more likely due to infx than something like cancer.  The nodes 'catch' cancer cells that multiply & enlarge the ever-growing nodes.

Question 5

what can cause a swollen lymph gland?

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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

can a swollen pituitary gland be serious?

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Yes : An "swollen" pituitary gland could be serious and medically followed up by the appropriate specialist, usually an endocrinologist or neurosurgeon.

Question 7

what to do if i have a swollen neck gland?

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See physician: A swollen nodule in the neck could be a lymph node or a host of other conditions.  See your physician if this does not improve within a week.

Question 8

swollen gland near tonsil wall, what is this?

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Swollen gland: Impossible to say without physical examination but could be a jugulodiagastric lymph node. Please follow up with ENT doctor asap.

Question 9

what is a swollen gland on my inner right groin?

Accepted Answer

Swollen gland : Check it out. What you think is a swollen gland may be a  inguinal hernia.

Question 10

can implantation cause swollen bartholin's gland?

Accepted Answer

No: If the Bartholin's gland is swollen then the Bartholin's duct is likely obstructed.  You should see your ob/gyn for evaluation and management.  A Bartholin's cyst can quickly become a Bartholin's abscess.

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