A member asked:

I have swollen cervical lymph nodes that are not painful. i am sick (cough, stuffy nose, mucus). is this normal? they feel little bigger than peas

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Louise Andrew answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

It's normal: and means your body is busily fighting off the last of this infection.

Answered 12/21/2016

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Dr. William Culviner answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Lymphadenopathy : Yes, lymph nodes enlarge in response to infections to make antibodies. After the infection clears, they should get smaller again.

Answered 12/19/2016

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