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A member asked:
Swelling next to my neck on both sides...haven't been to dentist for cleaning in 6 yrs also was diagnosed w hsv 2012 having many outbreaks is this why?
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See doctor: This may be from anything including a major dental infection or even a blood disorder. You need to consult your doctor ASAP. It will also be a good idea to keep up with your dental hygiene since the consequence can be serious or very expensive otherwise.
Answered 8/19/2016
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