Swollen Neck Lymph Nodes: Symptoms

What other symptoms might occur with swollen neck lymph nodes?

Swollen neck lymph nodes often occur with other symptoms that vary in severity depending on the underlying disease, disorder or condition.

Symptoms that may occur along with swollen neck lymph nodes

Swollen neck lymph nodes may occur with other symptoms including:

• Bleeding gums

• Cold or flu-like symptoms (runny nose, fatigue, fever, sore throat, headache, cough, aches and pains)

• Drooling

• Earache

• Genital sores (indication of syphilis)

• Joint pain

• Rash

• Tender, warm and red lymph nodes

• Unexplained loss of appetite

Serious symptoms that might indicate a life-threatening condition

In some cases, swollen neck lymph nodes may occur with other symptoms that might indicate a serious or life-threatening condition that should be immediately evaluated in an emergency setting. Seek immediate medical care (call 911) if you, or someone you are with, have any of these symptoms:

• Difficulty swallowing

• High fever (higher than 101 degrees Fahrenheit)

• Respiratory or breathing problems, such as shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, labored breathing, wheezing, not breathing, and choking

• Vomiting blood or black material (resembling coffee grounds)