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What does it mean when you have swollen tonsils plus some stiff neck?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Possible lymph nodes: Tonsils are lymph nodes--the structures that hold many cells of our immune system. They can get enlarged as a response to infection. There are glands in the neck often called 'swollen glands' when enlarged, so often the two go together and both can feel sore if inflamed. Strep throat and many viruses can cause this. Cancer is rare for what you describe, but i strongly recommend seeing your doctor.
Answered 8/26/2017
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Muscle spasm: A sore throat can irritate the muscles of the neck causing stiffness or pain in the back or side of the neck. Swollen glands can cause the same on the front of neck under the jaw. See your doctor.
Answered 9/28/2016
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