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What Causes Swelling Of Lymph Nodes With Severe Itching All Over The Body?

Hello doctor .... my 8 year old daughter developed multiple enlarged lymph nodes (behind ears, on scalp close to the neck and on the neck) for no apparent reason. She later had itching all over her body for which she was prescribed antihistamines and steroids. Doctor also suggested giving her Banocide 50 mg for 3 months. Kindly advice ...
Mon, 23 Feb 2015
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Hello,welcome to HCM
There are different causes of neck and scalp lymphadenopathy.even lice infestation is also a cause..without investigating properly she should not take steroid for 3 month.
I shall advise you to consult a good dermatologist as early as possible.
Hope this is helpful.
Regards.
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What Causes Swelling Of Lymph Nodes With Severe Itching All Over The Body?

Hello,welcome to HCM There are different causes of neck and scalp lymphadenopathy.even lice infestation is also a cause..without investigating properly she should not take steroid for 3 month. I shall advise you to consult a good dermatologist as early as possible. Hope this is helpful. Regards.