I was wandering what to do about this. My 4 year old daughter has a swollen spot on the left side of her neck under her ear. She says it hurts, but only when something touches it. My mom said it was probably her lymph nodes. What causes this, is it serious, and what should I do?
2007-02-04 03:23:11 · 6 answers · asked by Choco_Taco25 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Normally viruses can cause swollen lymph nodes. If the swelling doesn't go down in a week or so take her to a doctor, as swollen lymph nodes are also indicative of other things. If it is a virus it isn't that serious and is rather common.
2007-02-04 03:27:12 · answer #1 · answered by JMBC 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually a swollen lymph node/gland is a sign of infection. Another possible cause is a small cyst. Take your daughter to the Doctor for a correct diagnosis and treatment.
2007-02-04 13:36:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If she has swollen lymph nodes along with fever, sore throat, unusual tiredness, or headaches; then I would take her to the Dr.
If the node in itself has been swollen for more than a few days, I would consult a Dr.
Good luck to you both.
2007-02-04 11:28:35 · answer #3 · answered by jmiller 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Her body is fighting an infection somewhere. Maybe in her throat or mouth. She might need antibiotics. Take her to see a doctor.
2007-02-04 11:26:29 · answer #4 · answered by Ralphie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should probable have the doctor check it, you can't be too cautious with young children. it is probable an infection and need be the doctor can give her antibiotics, however you don't want to chance that its more serious let her doctor decide
2007-02-04 11:27:25 · answer #5 · answered by irish eyes 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take her to doctor she could be coming down with chicken pox
2007-02-04 11:26:41 · answer #6 · answered by peg42857 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋