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Occipital lymph node swelling

2017-06-19 16:44:27
I am having a lump over both the left and right side of my occipital bone. It's hard and doesn't move. I am also having a fever. This is all from 2-3 days. I feel pain when I move my neck backwards due to these lumps. Please help.
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Sometimes scalp infection can cause inflammation and enlarged occipital lymph nodes. This usually respond to antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications.
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If progressive enlargement or persists, consult a Neurospine specialist.

Answered2017-06-20 04:44:22

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