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My kids and i have had cough, running nose...now i feel a node behind my ear...is it from being sick?

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Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Yes: Viral illnesses often cause lymph node swelling. It should resolve in a week or two at the most.

Dr Fowler and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 11/25/2014

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A member asked:

My kids and i have had cough, running nose...now i feel a node behind my ear...is it from being sick?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lois A Freisleben-Cook answered

Dr Fowler and 5 doctors agreed

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