A member asked:

Big open (swollen) sore on roof of mouth (caused by mouth guard) as well as swollen neck gland on same side. extremely painful. are the two connected? do i need to see a dr for antibiotics or will it go away on its own? or can i just take pain meds?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Get care ASAP: Yes, these symptoms (oral ulcer and neck swelling) probably are related. There is no way to guess the cause on this or any other forum or online source. See a doctor immediately; this could be dangerous.

Answered 10/10/2020

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