My lymph nodes are swollen?

Question

I am 15, and my left lymph node is swollen and have been for months. I noticed it in March and went to my school nurse and she told me it was probably fighting off the flu or a cold or something because there was something going around then, but if it doesn't go down within a couple of months then go see a doctor. I am going tomorrow. But does anyone know what is wrong? Or have you experienced this before?

BTW, sometimes my teeth hurt so I think I am getting my wisdom teeth in. I know it's early but it can happen and I think I feel them trying to pop through.

I told my friend and she said her cousin's lymph nodes were swollen because she had mono, but I really don't think I have mono even though my throat hurts off and on throughout the day.

Thanks!!

Answer 1

Mono. You should probably go and have it checked out. Shame on the nurse for telling you to wait.

Answer 2

You could also have Strep throat and not realize it. When I get it, my throat hardly hurts. Kind of funny I know but when you go to the dr. make sure you get a strep culture. As for your wisdom teeth, go to the dentist and get some xrays. He/She will be able to tell you if they are going to be a problem or not. If they are and you decide to get them removed, I highly suggest that you get IV meds so you are completely out. That is not something you want to be awake for. If you have insurance it's only like $100 more. Good luck, hope everything is ok.