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A 32-year-old male asked:
Can tooth infection cause one lymph nodes under neck?
4 doctor answers • 12 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jalal Zuberianswered
Pediatrics 47 years experience
Yes: The swollen lymph node would be somewhat tender and on the same side if due to infected tooth.
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Dr. Debra Rosenblattanswered
Dentistry 40 years experience
Seek dental care: See your dentist immediately. Depending upon the area, submandibular swelling may be possible in a severe infection. Your dentist will address this by treating the tooth in question, coupled with an antibiotic and possibly an incision and drainage if needed.
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Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered
Dentistry 42 years experience
Yes: A draining abscess can cause a lymph node to swell
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Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 55 years experience
Absolutely: Lymph nodes act as a filter to prevent spread of infection. Please don
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