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What Does An Enlarged Lymph Node On The Neck Indicate?

yes I have am enlarged lymph node on left side of my neck ultrasound report says it measures 2.13x1.1x0.9 cm my doctor recommends doing nothing at this time it has been there since Sept. Ct scan did not note obvious lymph node what should my next step be ?
Wed, 22 Mar 2017
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Hello,
Thanks for the query.
I have gone through your short description and I can understand your concerns.

I have seen many similar cases in my clinic. Most common cause for enlarged cervical(neck) node is inflammation in the surrounding area.
You don't need to worry regarding this is a harmless condition in majority of the cases.
I suggest you to consult a general practitioner and get the following things done:-
(1)- A detailed examination of your oral cavity is needed. Look for dental caries,enlarged tonsil,congested throat . These are the most common cause for swollen neck nodes.
(2)- Start a short course of antibiotic like amoxicillin for five to seven days.
(3)- If you have pain,take ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
(4)- Do warm saline gargles or gargling with an antiseptic mouth wash.
generally the nodes will resolve with these measures,
If it persist even after this conservative measures,you might require a biopsy to rule out rare possibilities like lymphoma.

Hope I have answered your query.
Regards.

Dr.Shinas Hussain
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What Does An Enlarged Lymph Node On The Neck Indicate?

Hello, Thanks for the query. I have gone through your short description and I can understand your concerns. I have seen many similar cases in my clinic. Most common cause for enlarged cervical(neck) node is inflammation in the surrounding area. You don t need to worry regarding this is a harmless condition in majority of the cases. I suggest you to consult a general practitioner and get the following things done:- (1)- A detailed examination of your oral cavity is needed. Look for dental caries,enlarged tonsil,congested throat . These are the most common cause for swollen neck nodes. (2)- Start a short course of antibiotic like amoxicillin for five to seven days. (3)- If you have pain,take ibuprofen or acetaminophen. (4)- Do warm saline gargles or gargling with an antiseptic mouth wash. generally the nodes will resolve with these measures, If it persist even after this conservative measures,you might require a biopsy to rule out rare possibilities like lymphoma. Hope I have answered your query. Regards. Dr.Shinas Hussain