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My dad has severe swelling on one side of his neck, as well as a bit of a fever, and its sore to swallow. not sure what could be causing this and if theres anything he can take to help?

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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Swelling: Painful unilateral neck swelling in an older person needs to be investigated. This could be neck lymph nodes. This could also be parotid or other salivary glands.

Dr Simon agreed

Answered 12/25/2020

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A member asked:

My dad has severe swelling on one side of his neck, as well as a bit of a fever, and its sore to swallow. not sure what could be causing this and if theres anything he can take to help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered

Dr Simon agreed

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