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Swollen lymph node on my left temple, fever, chills, headache, body aches, a hard time breathing and fatigue. whats going on?

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Infection: Go to your doctor as soon as possible to diagnose the source of your symptoms and get started on antibiotic medication.

Answered 10/6/2013

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Likely Flu: You have a systemic infection like a upper respiratory infection or "cold". If you are really having trouble breathing you should see your doctor as this can be a serious symptom.

Answered 3/9/2013

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