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I felt some lymph nodes the size of half a marble behind my newborns ears. theres no fever. shes 7 weeks old and hasnt gotten vaccinated. should i worry/ take her to the doctor?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Reactive nodes : The lymph nodes are most likely a reaction to infection or inflammation and a way that the body reacts to these conditions. The baby is due for vaccinations at the age of two months and this may be discussed at the time. Watch for signs of infection including fever and rash.

Answered 3/5/2020

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A member asked:

I felt some lymph nodes the size of half a marble behind my newborns ears. theres no fever. shes 7 weeks old and hasnt gotten vaccinated. should i worry/ take her to the doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

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