Swollen Glands and Other Lumps Under the SkinWhen To See a DoctorYou have answered Yes to:
See
significance of a lump or swollen gland in the neck or
throat if you need information to help you answer the questions
below. Review
health risks that may increase the seriousness of your
symptoms.  | Call your health professional immediately if you answer "Yes" to
any of the following questions. | | Yes | Has a lump formed rapidly in your throat, but you are not
having trouble breathing? | | Yes | Are you having severe trouble swallowing but no trouble
breathing? | | Yes | Is your baby having trouble swallowing or refusing to eat
but no trouble breathing? |
 | Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to
any of the following questions. | | Yes | Do you have a hard lump in your neck with pain or a
feeling of fullness in your throat? | | Yes | Do you have a hard lump in your neck with trouble
swallowing? | | Yes | Do you have a hard lump in your neck with unexplained
hoarseness? | | Yes | Do you have a lump or swelling in your neck and symptoms
of
hypothyroidism or
hyperthyroidism? |
 | You may wait to see if the symptoms improve over the next 24 hours (or specified time period) if you answer "Yes" to
the following question. | | Yes | Have you had a lump or swollen gland for 2 weeks or
longer that is not getting smaller or less tender? |
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You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to
the following question. | | Yes | Have you had a lump or swollen gland for 2 weeks or
longer that seems to be improving but has not gone away? |
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| | Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: May 8, 2007 | | Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology | © 1995-2008 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.
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