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What Causes Extremely Swollen Lymph Nodes On Neck And Congestion?

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Posted on Wed, 7 Jan 2015
Question: Im not sure if i should go to see a doctor or if i just have a virus. My neck has extremely swollen lymph nodes, i have congestion snd my tonsil looks odd(pic)
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Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
You are most probably having URTI with reactive lymph node swelling .

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.

I have read your query , seen your picture and understand your concern.

As per your clinical history & picture it appears that you are most probably having upper respiratory tract infection with reactive lymph node swelling & tonsillar hypertrophy .

If I were your treating Doctor for this case , I would advice you
to consult a physician to get a prescription drug . You will need antibiotic & investigation like CBC. Hence do not hesitate to see your doctor now.

Till then , I would advice
Antiseptic chlorhexidine Mouth Wash twice daily ,
Tab Vitamin C twice daily &
tab Paracetamol twice daily as anti inflammatory-analgesic for congestion .

Hope this information helpful to you .If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards.

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What Causes Extremely Swollen Lymph Nodes On Neck And Congestion?

Brief Answer: You are most probably having URTI with reactive lymph node swelling . Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for the query. I have read your query , seen your picture and understand your concern. As per your clinical history & picture it appears that you are most probably having upper respiratory tract infection with reactive lymph node swelling & tonsillar hypertrophy . If I were your treating Doctor for this case , I would advice you to consult a physician to get a prescription drug . You will need antibiotic & investigation like CBC. Hence do not hesitate to see your doctor now. Till then , I would advice Antiseptic chlorhexidine Mouth Wash twice daily , Tab Vitamin C twice daily & tab Paracetamol twice daily as anti inflammatory-analgesic for congestion . Hope this information helpful to you .If you have any further questions I will be happy to help. Regards.