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What Causes Swollen Neck Glands Post Delivery?

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Posted on Sat, 23 Aug 2014
Question: Hi, I gave birth 6 days ago. Straight for ward delivery. But since then I've had swollen glands in my neck, the back of my neck and shoulders are tender, my tongue feels swollen, I have a cough and generally flu like aches. Should I see my GP or is it likely viral??
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
For how long have you been feeling this way!

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear of all these symptoms that you have reported. Congratulations on your safe delivery and hope the child is doing great. Courage and keep the good job going!

These symptoms are not life threatening and nothing suggest that they are caused by possible bacterial infection that require antibiotics at this time. Most infections of the head and neck regions especially with flu like symptoms are caused by viruses. Managing the symptoms is often enough for complete treatment. In your case, I will recommend that you continue with paracetamol and Ibuprofen for a total and maximum of 5days. If symptoms persist, I will suggest that you seek further medical evaluation with your GP. If things get a lot better, then you may continue home care.

In all, no symptom threatening. Could be viral and home treatment for 5days should be continued and further care needed if it persist.

I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Thank you so much for trusting us with your health questions.
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What Causes Swollen Neck Glands Post Delivery?

Brief Answer: For how long have you been feeling this way! Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear of all these symptoms that you have reported. Congratulations on your safe delivery and hope the child is doing great. Courage and keep the good job going! These symptoms are not life threatening and nothing suggest that they are caused by possible bacterial infection that require antibiotics at this time. Most infections of the head and neck regions especially with flu like symptoms are caused by viruses. Managing the symptoms is often enough for complete treatment. In your case, I will recommend that you continue with paracetamol and Ibuprofen for a total and maximum of 5days. If symptoms persist, I will suggest that you seek further medical evaluation with your GP. If things get a lot better, then you may continue home care. In all, no symptom threatening. Could be viral and home treatment for 5days should be continued and further care needed if it persist. I hope this helps. I wish you well. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be. Thank you so much for trusting us with your health questions.