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Had swollen neck glands.what causes discomfort in base of neck.is it still bit of swelling from glands or thyroid.sometimes there is a horrible taste?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

See MD: Swollen neck glands (?lymph nodes?) are possibly a sign of ominous disease. See your MD ASAP.

Answered 7/16/2018

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