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Is Keflex Advisable To Treat Cervical Lymphadenitis?
I have VERY sore , swollen lymph nodes on the left side of my neck. It hurts to turn head, look up and yawn. It has been 2 days. Went to ER today as I could not get an appt with my Dr. Dr said cervical lymphadenitis. Gave me 500 mg keflex to take every 6 hours. What would cause this so suddenly? Will it resolve quickly with Keflex?
Sat, 13 Oct 2018
Hi,
Most probably the nodes are swollen because of associated infection and it will settle with timely antibiotics. Keflex is a brand name of Cephalexin and it is very much effective for similar conditions.
Nothing much to worry and your symptoms will settle with a couple of days.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Most probably the nodes are swollen because of associated infection and it will settle with timely antibiotics. Keflex is a brand name of Cephalexin and it is very much effective for similar conditions.
Nothing much to worry and your symptoms will settle with a couple of days.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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