you can have strep throat or tonsilitis, it makes the neck red and tender
2007-10-15 16:12:48
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answered by Scpwnz 5
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Lymphadenopathy is usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Other causes include allergic reactions, arthritis, cancer, metabolic diseases, and an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Signs/Symptoms
When you're fighting an infection, nearby lymph nodes get bigger and become tender. Normally, lymph nodes are less than 1/2 inch across (about the size of your fingernail). But, with an infection, they can swell to 2 or 3 times their usual size. They will slowly return to normal in 2 to 4 weeks, when the infection is gone. The lymph nodes may also feel hard or firm, and may seem misshapen. The skin near a swollen lymph node may feel warm.
2007-10-15 22:53:38
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answered by Anonymous
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Your lymph nodes become swollen because you are fighting an infection. Without more info I couldn't tell you where the infection is. You should really see a doctor.
2007-10-15 22:52:28
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answered by Anonymous
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i aint no doctor but i remember learnin in school that ur nodes and glands swell because of an infection of sort weather it me a cold or bacterial where u may not even know any symptoms other than swelling and tenderness of ur glands/nodes... like under ur arms in ur pits is another spot that i commonly have swelling in when say i'm sick. i'd say u have some sort of an infection an that if they're as swollen as u say they are i'd definately go to the doctor immediately who kows what ur body is tryin to fight off inside and not telling u catch it while its in early stages if possible
2007-10-15 22:56:26
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answered by dont_know27 1
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somethings infected in your upper body and if you dont have a sore throat or cold, it could be something bad. better go see a doctor
2007-10-16 00:53:16
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answered by Anonymous
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Infection, auto-immune disease (like lupus, rheumatoid disease), cancer, benign enlargement. See your doctor.
2007-10-15 22:51:11
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answered by Howard H 7
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it could be mono......just an idea......you should go see your dr. if you are in any pain or disconfort as soon as you can......
2007-10-15 23:59:22
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answered by Melissa R 4
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go get that checked asap, sounds dangerous.
2007-10-15 22:51:13
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answered by chikki monkey 2
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