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What Causes Swollen Lymph Nodes On Both Sides Of Neck?
My 13 year old daughter woke up a few days ago with swollen lymph nodes on both sides of her neck. I can about 6 of them. They vary in size. She has had mild headaches, but doesn t seem to have any other symptoms. Any idea what could be going on?
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Thu, 14 May 2015
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Yes it looks like she has got a subclinical throat or sinus infection ( pharyngitis or sinusitis).
Ask her physician, for a prescription for Amoxicillin and give her Ibuprofen 400 mg twice daily.
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Thanks for consulting me at virtual clinic. I have carefully worked through your case, and I can realize your health worries. Being your physician, I assure you not to worry as I will take care all of your medical concerns.
Yes it looks like she has got a subclinical throat or sinus infection ( pharyngitis or sinusitis).
Ask her physician, for a prescription for Amoxicillin and give her Ibuprofen 400 mg twice daily.
If you need further, detailed and quick assistance related to any health issues, feel free to 'ask me a question' directly from my profile. You can also attach Lab reports and pictures with direct question.
May you get very well soon and have a wonderful time ahead. Please don't forget to give your valuable feedback and five star rating, to help me assist you in a better way. Click at 'I Find This Answer Helpful too'. Please, write a review about your experience with me.
Regards!
DR. HANIF
PHILADELPHIA, USA
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