India
A 17-year-old male 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!!
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Stephen Strumanswered
Medical Oncology 53 years experience
Nodes: lymph node enlargement aka lymphadenopathy is quite common in two anatomic locations: 1) the neck area & 2) the groin. These locations are prone to infections (viral or bacterial)& will result in the body's reacting with lymphadenopathy. Follow up with your MD, & also have your dentist check for any oral problems that could cause such reactive changes. If there is progressive ↑ in size, see MD.
3.9k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Similar questions
A member asked:
What is the treatment for rashes in the neck area?
3 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Michael Amsteranswered
Specializes in Pediatrics
Vaseline: Babies have "bull necks", and wetness and formula love to get into the creases and cause irritation. Yeast may even move in, making more fun for everyone. A good antifungal like lotrimin (clotrimazole) kills the yeast, an anti inflammatory such as Hydrocortisone helps the raw irritated skin, and a barrier cream such as vaseline protects the skin from future irritation and allows it to heal.
6.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 32-year-old member asked:
Should I be concerned that the doctors measured my baby's neck skin thickness as 3.2 mm?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
A Verified Doctoranswered
A US doctor answeredLearn more
Yes: An increased nuchal thickness can be but is not definitely associated with a chromosomal problem in the baby. The only way to confirm this with 100% accuracy is by amniocentesis.
6.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 36-year-old member asked:
Why is the skin on my neck darkening?
2 doctor answers • 7 doctors weighed in
Dr. R. Wayne Inzeranswered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Pigments: During pregnancy and the use of certain hormones like birth control pills, the body will produce more pigment. This usually becomes apparent in the line below the belly button, around the eyes, and sometimes other areas of the body.
6.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Jeff Blixt commented
Addiction Medicine 24 years experience
This could also be aconthrosis nigrans which is associated with insulin resistance, possible indicating an increase risk of diabetes in the future, it can be associated with obesity or polycystic ovarian syndrome in women
Nov 2, 2011
A 34-year-old member asked:
What are the symptoms of thyroid dysfunction?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Samuel Freedmananswered
Pediatrics 9 years experience
Thyroid: The thyroid can dysfunction either by overproduction or underproduction of hormones. Hypothyroid symptoms are dry skin, coarse hair, constipation, fatigue, cold-intolerance, weight gain, forgetfulness depression and mood swings. In women they can have irregular menses. Hyperthyroidism causes tachycardia, palpitations, weight loss, tremor, dizziness, shakiness, mood swings.
5.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 43-year-old member asked:
What could cause fluid retention and thyroid fluctuation?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Samuel Freedmananswered
Pediatrics 9 years experience
Thyroid: Hypothyroidism can cause fluid retention. Sometimes thyroid problems are associated with other autoimmune disorders affecting kidneys. This would cause fluid retention as well. Certain GI problems like celiac disease could also lead to malabsorption which could cause fluctuation in fluid status.
5.7k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more. Get help now:
Last updated Sep 28, 2016
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
$30 per visit with
membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.