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What Causes Palpable Nodes In Neck In Children?

sir, i am cynthia. i have 3 years 8 months old son. from his younger age i found palpable small nodes that cluster in his neck. then, a year back i notice swollen glands in the angle of his neck in both the sides. ride side is bigger than left. no change in the size. once he got cold with throat infection severly, that time it enlarge and visible even without palpating. but after that if he is shouting it is visile in his neck. it is palpable also. but the doctor said it is common for children. but i worried. what should i do? do you want me bring him to CMC
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand..

As per your complain clusters of swollen lymph nodes in neck can be most probably due to infection and as toddlers does not have a completely developed immunity they are more prone to infections..

You should get it confirmed by consulting a Paediatrician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation can help in diagnosis..

You can also be advised to get investigations done like x ray or MRI of the gland and treatment can be planned accordingly..

As of now you can do alternate warm and cool compresses over the swelling and give Tylenol for pain..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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What Causes Palpable Nodes In Neck In Children?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand.. As per your complain clusters of swollen lymph nodes in neck can be most probably due to infection and as toddlers does not have a completely developed immunity they are more prone to infections.. You should get it confirmed by consulting a Paediatrician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation can help in diagnosis.. You can also be advised to get investigations done like x ray or MRI of the gland and treatment can be planned accordingly.. As of now you can do alternate warm and cool compresses over the swelling and give Tylenol for pain.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.