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What can cause the left side of my neck to swell a little bit? its just the left side that's swollen . its not bad but you can tell it is.
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Can be anything: ranging from inflammatory, infectious, musculoskeletal, lymphatic issues. Unilateral swelling of the neck has over 15 possibilities. The onlyvwayvto know for sure is to have a HEENT exam by your doctor. Then s/he can narrow it down by history and presenting symptom ex.
Answered 12/9/2014
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