Is It Normal For Pain In Lymph Nodes When Recovering From Bronchitis?

Posted on Fri, 13 Mar 2015

Question: I have tender nodes that periodically hurt. It gos and comes throughout the day. I was diagnosed with a severe case of bronchitis about a month and a half ago. Would it be common for my lymph nodes still be tender from this situation. Mostly my armpit nodes sometimes under my ear.

Answered by Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari (31 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Respiratory symptoms could cause enlargement of lymph node

Detailed Answer:
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Dear Sir

Lymph nodes are commonly enlarged during upper respiratory tract infection. Tenderness could also be present . Improvement in respiratory symptoms is also associated with regression in size of lymph nodes.

I would suggest you the following

1. A course of antibiotics for a week will help in regression in lymph node swelling

2. A routine assessment and examination by your physician will be reassuring.

3. Antinflammatory drug like Ibuprofen will help relieve pain .

Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.

Take care

Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon

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