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The glands under my chin and on my nech are achy and i feel they're swollen when i move/lower my head. i have a cold. cause for concern?

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May be: You may have a viral or bacteerial infecton. If your symptoms have been prresent for greater than 7 days , seek care for evaluation and possible antibiotics.

Dr Fowler and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 1/30/2021

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