Patient's question:
Doctor, my child is 19 years old. A few days ago, he developed a stiff neck, and after it improved, he noticed his neck was crooked. He went to the hospital for an X-ray, and the doctor said it was torticollis. Upon closer examination, they found a tense area on his neck. When he was younger, he often complained of neck pain, which was diagnosed as swollen lymph nodes. Now, bilateral ultrasound shows over 20 [something]. I don't know how to interpret this and want to go to the hospital for a check-up, but I don't know which department to see.Doctor's answer:
According to your description, it is recommended to go to the hospital and see a surgeon for a clear diagnosis before symptomatic treatment. Further investigation is needed to determine the cause of the lymph node swelling. Pay attention to rest during the day. It's also possible that it's just a stiff neck from sleeping in an awkward position. Gentle massage can help, but considering the lymph node swelling, it may be caused by inflammation due to an upset stomach. You can take some anti-inflammatory medication for a few days. The above is a suggestion for this problem, hoping it helps you. Wishing you good health!