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Antibiotics For Swollen Glands. But Why Is It Not Leaving?

Hi I found what I thought to be a swallon gland abt 2 years ago my doctor gave me anti bioticts and it went abt 9 month ago I noticed it was back rather than bother the doctor I thought my body would just rid it itself it hasn t it some time swells and then goes back down but never fully goes I m now worried its something worse and I m petrified
Mon, 23 Jul 2012
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If the swollen gland is in the neck region then it merits further attention. A detailed clinical examination followed by relevant investigations will help in diagnosisng the exact etiology. A general or ENT surgeon should be consulted.
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Antibiotics For Swollen Glands. But Why Is It Not Leaving?

If the swollen gland is in the neck region then it merits further attention. A detailed clinical examination followed by relevant investigations will help in diagnosisng the exact etiology. A general or ENT surgeon should be consulted.