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Suggest Treatment For Stiff Neck And Swollen Lymph Nodes

Hi, I have had a stiff neck, not overly severe just uncomfortable, for a day or two. At first I thought it was just because I slept on it wrong. I have not really had any other persisting symptoms except occasionally my stomach will become a little irritated. I also feel like I maybe have swollen lymph nodes in my neck. Should I be worried about meningitis?
posted on Thu, 8 Dec 2016
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Hello, There is no reason to worry about meningitis with the kind of sympt explained. Stiff neck can be relieved by taking a combination of an analgesic (paracetamol ) and a NSAID like Ibuprofen for 2 to 3 days. Swollen lymph nodes could suggest some infection in the throat. Please check with a local doctor. Thanks.
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Suggest Treatment For Stiff Neck And Swollen Lymph Nodes

Hello, There is no reason to worry about meningitis with the kind of sympt explained. Stiff neck can be relieved by taking a combination of an analgesic (paracetamol ) and a NSAID like Ibuprofen for 2 to 3 days. Swollen lymph nodes could suggest some infection in the throat. Please check with a local doctor. Thanks.