Lymph Nodes, Swollen

When to Call Your Doctor - Call Your Doctor Now

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

  • Your child looks or acts very sick
  • Node in the neck causes difficulty with breathing, swallowing or drinking
  • Fever above 105° F (40.6° C)
  • Overlying skin is red
  • Rapid increase in size of node over several hours

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