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What Causes Swollen Lymph Nodes Under The Chin?

I have swollen and tender lymph nodes under my chin/upper neck area. It has only been a couple of days and I feel fine(no fever or recent illnesses) and my throat looks normal. I did get poison ivy for the first time a week ago but not too bad. Can it be connected? How long should I wait to have it checked out if it doesn't go away on its own?
Mon, 9 Mar 2015
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hello
welcome to HCM
i appreciate your concern.
there are different causes of enlarged submental lymph node.like
bacterial,viral infection,tb,dental pathology,ideopathic,etc.
single lymph node enlargement is uncommon in leukaemia and lymphoma.
tenderness is mainly seen is bacterial infection LYMPH NODE enlargement.
i shall advise you to take a course of broad spectrum antibiotic.
if still the symptom persists consult your doctor and have a FNAC done.
hope this is helpful.
post more queries and we shall be happy to help you.
regards.
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What Causes Swollen Lymph Nodes Under The Chin?

hello welcome to HCM i appreciate your concern. there are different causes of enlarged submental lymph node.like bacterial,viral infection,tb,dental pathology,ideopathic,etc. single lymph node enlargement is uncommon in leukaemia and lymphoma. tenderness is mainly seen is bacterial infection LYMPH NODE enlargement. i shall advise you to take a course of broad spectrum antibiotic. if still the symptom persists consult your doctor and have a FNAC done. hope this is helpful. post more queries and we shall be happy to help you. regards.