What Causes Swollen Lymph Node In Neck?

Posted on Fri, 31 Oct 2014

Fri, 31 Oct 2014 Answered on

Mon, 17 Nov 2014 Last reviewed on

Question : I seem to have some swelling behind/on my palatopharyngeal arch on the right side of my throat. Can you give me some input?

Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (28 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It is a part of pharyngeal lymphoid ring.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.

I have read your query, seen your picture and understand your concern.

In my opinion, this is a lymphoid tissue in right lateral pharyngeal wall. It is a part of pharyngeal lymphoid ring or Waldeyer's lymphatic ring .
It is commonly seen in many individuals, nothing to worry.

Also your left tonsil show white spot due infection inside it.

If I were your treating doctor, I would advice
Antiseptic chlorhexidine Mouth Wash twice daily .

This swelling & infection inside tonsil will subside .

Hope this information helpful to you.If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju

Follow up: Dr. Krunal Karade (9 minutes later)

Should I worry about the lymphoid tissue protruding. because, it isn't protruding on the left.

Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
No need to worry .

Detailed Answer:
Yes , it is not protruding on the left side but this is common to have uneven enlarge lymphoid tissue .

No need to worry, it will subside with Antiseptic chlorhexidine Mouth Wash twice daily .
It is not a cancer or any tumor .

Hope this information helpful to you.If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju