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Swollen Glands

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erinn78708
erinn78708

Can any help? 

I've had swollen glands just under my ears/ on the corners of my jaw for well over a year now and I went for a blood test and everything came back clear and the doctor put it down to my glands being on high alert from when I had a bad reaction to drugs because that's when the arose. 

I really don't think it's that though. I've stopped all of that and they've still not went down. I can feel them a lot if I move my head really far to one side or if I eat or drink anything sour. 

Can someone please give me some advise as they are starting to bother me now. 

Thanks in advance. 

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  • Dr.G
    Dr.G erinn78708

    Posted

    There are far too many things that may cause this from STD's, to AutoImmune Disorders to infections. You will need to see a ENT doctor to have further test ran to determine the cause of your swollen glands. Sometime it takes the body along time to recover from an infection fully. If your having problems with your ears this could cause it as well, Keep seeing the doctor until a proper diagnosis is determined.

    • erinn78708
      erinn78708 Dr.G

      Posted

      Thank you. 

      The problem I have with them is that the swelling gets worse then better but they never fully go. They've also started causing pain when I eat or drink things and give me earache. The doctor is being very helpful 

  • joanne230682
    joanne230682 erinn78708

    Posted

    I agree with Johnny you need to get it checked with the ENT doctor. I have a swollen gland in my neck had a scan done on it over a year ago and everything is normal even though its still there.
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