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What Causes Swollen Glands In Children?

Hi our 6 yr old bra son has a couple of swellings on his neck and one on his skull nearby. The Gp has identified this as swollen lympth glands and he has been referred to a paedetrician. However, it is not possible for him to see our grandson until late July when he will get a complete test done. As our gra dsn will be overseas for 2 weeks prior to be seen, it is risky t leave it s o long or should I encourage my daughter in law to seek another doctor in the meantime? The boy was letargic over the past weekend and even took an afternoon nap for several hours. I am very concerned as he is a weakly child and has gone through many traumtic xhnges over the past two years with parents divorcing. I would appreciate your opinion on this matter. Many thanks
Wed, 24 Jun 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.


Thanks for our query . The lymph nodes get swelled due to infection . Without a shadow of doubt you should seek medical help. Because infection sometimes spread to surrounding tissues and make things complicated.

I would suggest you to :-

- Give him full rest .

- Make him drink plenty of water to prevent him from dehydration.

And consult pediatrician for proper examination . Doctor may order blood test ,X-ray or CT scan to make things clear and to find out what exactly is the underlying cause.

Doctor may prescribe antibiotics course , anti inflammatory or multivitamin supplement for quick recovery.

Give warm compresses to the swollen lymphnodes .


Hope your concern has been resolved.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Swollen Glands In Children?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Thanks for our query . The lymph nodes get swelled due to infection . Without a shadow of doubt you should seek medical help. Because infection sometimes spread to surrounding tissues and make things complicated. I would suggest you to :- - Give him full rest . - Make him drink plenty of water to prevent him from dehydration. And consult pediatrician for proper examination . Doctor may order blood test ,X-ray or CT scan to make things clear and to find out what exactly is the underlying cause. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics course , anti inflammatory or multivitamin supplement for quick recovery. Give warm compresses to the swollen lymphnodes . Hope your concern has been resolved. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari