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How do you treat swollen lymph nodes in neck and hard to swallow or breathe?
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You need a medical e: A medical examination is advised in order to find out the cause of enlarged nodes. It can be due to an infection or cancer. Your doctor can tell the cause and guide you as to what is best next step. It may require a biopsy unless it is due to infection for which antibiotics may be indicated.
Answered 7/4/2018
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