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Q: swollen glands in neck

asked by: swollenglands on October 13th, 2008

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hi
I've had swollen glands in my neck for almost 12 months now. I have previously had some tests done - I have had glandular fever (mono. etc) when I was a teenage (I'm now 35) but not present now and I've had full testing of all other diseases which showed up negative (ie STD's). I've also had a ultra sound on two glands and that came back ok also.

They almost went away but are now back up worst that ever. Is it possible to be an allergic reaction?? I do sufer from a lot of seasonal allergies but control this with antihistamides and a steriod nasal spray.

Should I be worried and get further tests?

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replied on October 15th, 2008

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By far, the most common cause of swollen lymph nodes is infection. Given that the swelling has occurred for more than a couple of weeks, you need further medical attention. I'd suggest that you request the following diagnostic procedures:

* Blood tests including liver function tests, kidney function tests, and CBC with differential
* lymph node biopsy
* chest x-ray
* liver-spleen scan

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