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Why are my lymph nodes so swollen and painful?

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Oman123
Oman123

The lymph nodes are really prominent and swollen in my neck and have been for a very long time. I have to keep taking paracetamol to stop the pain if it gets particuraly bad.

The most likely cause could be related to wisdom teeth, and recently I have had one lower one removed, because I was tired of these swollen glands. But even after almost 3 months, the lymph nodes are more prominent than ever and pretty sure the wound has healed. My gums look quite swollen too.

A few years ago they did ultrasound on my nodes and took a small sample of one in my neck but was no cause of concern.

I booked a GP appointment but cancelled because I thought maybe it was a dental issue.

Is it normal to have swollen glands even after months of the wisdom tooth being removed? What other reason could these glands be up for?

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