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What Causes Swelling Of Lymph Node In Neck And Lump Under Chin?

Hi, i just had a severe lung infection and got over it a few days ago. I also have asthma. Today I found a swollen lymph node on the right side of my neck, and a massive lump under my chin just above the hyoid bone. It is painful to tilt my head back. My throat isn't sore, I just have a slight cough. Please help in anyway possible. Thank you
Wed, 30 Jul 2014
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1.Lymph nodal enlargement is seen in case of infection / inflammatory causes / underlying systemic diseases / malignancies.
2.Before treating the lymph nodal mass, one will always look in to the cause and try to treat it.
3.Howevere if the lump is painful and causing discomfort / cosmetic problem.
4.Get an ultrasound scan done and see the extensions of the lump before one can plan anything.
5.First see your doctor get your sore throat get treated with a course of antibiotics and follow the doctors needful advise.
Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
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What Causes Swelling Of Lymph Node In Neck And Lump Under Chin?

welcome to Health care magic. 1.Lymph nodal enlargement is seen in case of infection / inflammatory causes / underlying systemic diseases / malignancies. 2.Before treating the lymph nodal mass, one will always look in to the cause and try to treat it. 3.Howevere if the lump is painful and causing discomfort / cosmetic problem. 4.Get an ultrasound scan done and see the extensions of the lump before one can plan anything. 5.First see your doctor get your sore throat get treated with a course of antibiotics and follow the doctors needful advise. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.