HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Is Swollen Lymph Node Adjacent To Parotid Gland A Cause For Concern?

Posted on Tue, 10 Jun 2014

Question: Is a 7.0mm lymph node adjacent to the tail of the parotid gland a cause for concern?
Same MRI findings as the enlarged lymph node:

Prominent nasopharyngeal lymphoid tissue
Pansinuitis
Small jugulodigastric nodes are noted.
Mucoperiosteal thickenung throughout the ethmoid air cells and maxillary sinuses are seen.

Answered by Dr. Sowbhagya (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
hello,swollen lymph node could be due to sinusitis

Detailed Answer:
Hello thanx fr quiery.i went through ur symptoms,swollen lymph nodes could be due to bacterial,viral,fungal infection..u also having pansinusitis,so could be b,cz of thst,nothing to worry,if i were treating doctor i would advise u to take antibiotics and analgesics ..and slso consult a ent specialist for a check up and trestment..hope it helps..take care..if u hav further queiry plz write bsck to me..

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj

Follow up: Dr. Sowbhagya (1 hour later)

Typically, if I have a sinus infection, I feel ill. I do not feel I'll right now so that is a XXXXXXX to me. I also had just finished a 7 day round of antibiotics, Flagyl. 250mg three times a day. I am also wondering if the drenching night sweats I've had for over a year could be related? I have a follow up appointment in Friday but am too impatient to wait, haha! Thanks for your help!

Answered by Dr. Sowbhagya (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
antibiotic was taken-less symptoms

Detailed Answer:
Hello thank you for replying back..since you were on antibiotics, hence less symptoms.. Night sweats could be for a lot of reasons,such as hypoglycemia.. How are your sugar levels?? hope it helps.

Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj