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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Neck Of A Child

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Posted on Thu, 16 Feb 2017
Question: My 11 year old grandson is just getting over the flu. Right before going to bed his neck swelled up very large and my daughter is taking him to the emergency room. The on call doctor wants to do a cat scan. He was also complaining of a sore in his mouth.
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Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (11 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Get the CT Scan done

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. The swelling of the neck is a bit unusual and therefore concerning. It is a good idea to get the CT scan done.I think that you should go ahead with it. Let me know the report and I would guide you accordingly.

Gurgling with lukewarm water should provide relief.

Let me know if I could help further.

Regards
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Suggest Treatment For Swelling In The Neck Of A Child

Brief Answer: Get the CT Scan done Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic. I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concerns. The swelling of the neck is a bit unusual and therefore concerning. It is a good idea to get the CT scan done.I think that you should go ahead with it. Let me know the report and I would guide you accordingly. Gurgling with lukewarm water should provide relief. Let me know if I could help further. Regards