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What Causes Painful Swelling In Neck?
My 9 yr old son has a small swelling at the back of his his neck which is painful to touch. He has recently recovered from a cold and chest infection that required anti biotics. He seems ok otherwise. Should I consult a doctor yet or wait and see what happens. He only showed it to me this morning.
Fri, 19 Jun 2015
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I reviewed your history.
The symptoms of painful swelling behind the neck following cold and chest infection indicate a probable swelling of the lymph nodes.
This requires treatment by the use of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs.
Hence I advice you to consult your doctor for examination and prescription of drugs accordingly.
Thank you
Welcome to Health care Magic.
I reviewed your history.
The symptoms of painful swelling behind the neck following cold and chest infection indicate a probable swelling of the lymph nodes.
This requires treatment by the use of antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs.
Hence I advice you to consult your doctor for examination and prescription of drugs accordingly.
Thank you
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