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Ive had a cough, headache, and swollen lymph glands on the side of my neck. what could be wrong? this has been going on for a week

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URI: Your symptoms most commonly are suggestive of a viral upper respiratory tract infection. A common cause of these symptoms in your age group is infectious mononucleosis, which normally resolves with supportive treatment. See a doctor in person if your symptoms persist or worsen.

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 9/4/2019

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