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The gland on the right side of my neck is very tender to the touch and hurts when i move my head certain ways. what could this be?

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Dr. Jonathan Sack answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Swollen Glands: Glands in the neck are often from infections in the mouth throat or skin of the face head and neck. If no obvious source is present have it checked by your doctor.

Answered 6/26/2018

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A member asked:

The gland on the right side of my neck is very tender to the touch and hurts when i move my head certain ways. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jonathan Sack answered

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