- Female
- 21 Years
- 22/01/2025
I've had swollen lymph nodes for almost three weeks, but I otherwise feel healthy and can't figure out why they're swollen. I've been to my GP and had an ultrasound and blood test, but I'm still waiting on results. I do have anxiety, and it's stressing me out that my lymph nodes have been swollen for so long. Any idea why this could be happening or how serious it might be?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Those symptoms can be uncomfortable and concerning.
Possible causes:
- Tonsillitis
- Pharyngitis
- Acid reflux (GERD)
- Postnasal drip
- Muscle tension
Consult an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialist or a primary care physician for a thorough examination and diagnosis.
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