- Male
- 14 Years
- 29/01/2025
My son has a swollen lymph node on one side of his neck. It doesn't hurt him and there aren't any other symptoms. It's been like this for almost 5 months. We've already seen three doctors who said there's nothing serious, but I'm worried because when I look it up online, I start feeling anxious. Could this be something serious?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
That couldbe reactive lymphnode for previos infections and as you say its been 5 months hence it is unusual,visit Pediatrician for evaluation and appropriate management
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Paediatrician
Answered 04/07/2025
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