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Lymph node in my neck swollen for over a week. difficulty breathing and worsened headaches. i dont have a cold or infection, so what could it be?

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Dr. Lori Lange answered

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EBV: Epstein Barr Virus otherwise known as Mono is common in your age group. See a doctor for check up and labs.

Answered 11/15/2017

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A member asked:

Lymph node in my neck swollen for over a week. difficulty breathing and worsened headaches. i dont have a cold or infection, so what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Lori Lange answered

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