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I Have Swollen Glans Under My Chin With Sore Throat And Cramps. Do I Need Medical Attention ?

I have swollen glans under my chin....a mild to medium sore throat and cramps under my ribs on the left side of my body, Im 18 and this just started 2 days ago...i need help!!!
Sat, 16 Jul 2011
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Meet your doctor and get examined. It could be upper respiratory infection. A course of antibiotic by your doctor should help. If not, you need to undergo evaluation to rule out chronic infections. Best luck.
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hi, The swollen glands could be lymph nodes enlarged suggesting of infection. You may be having pharyngitis or tonsillitis. See adoctor for that
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I Have Swollen Glans Under My Chin With Sore Throat And Cramps. Do I Need Medical Attention ?

Meet your doctor and get examined. It could be upper respiratory infection. A course of antibiotic by your doctor should help. If not, you need to undergo evaluation to rule out chronic infections. Best luck.