Tonsillitis or lymphoma

Hello I'm 21 year old and have suffered with tonsillitis since being 12. I had tonsiltis at the beginning of February. On Thursday I noticed a swelling/lump on the left side of my neck. I had no other symptoms at this time just a painful, swollen lymph node was what I thought. I went to the doctor and he prescribed me an antibiotic and made a follow up app for Monday. Thursday night I became very unwell, I couldn't swallow, I had a fever, headache, sickness so on Friday I made another appointment with my doctor, he prescribed antibiotics for tonsilitis. I am concerned as I have always suffered with tonsilitis but never experienced the lumps / swelling in neck. Both sides are swollen and there are 2 lumps on either side. I have been having night sweats. Has anyone got any advise 

  • Hi Sophie_M,

    I'm sorry to hear you've been experiencing difficulties. Lymph nodes can become raised due to infection - the fact you mention you have been feeling unwell recently may explain this. However it is only a doctor who can advise on this, so it's good that you are in touch with your doctor. Hopefully your symptoms will ease soon following the prescribed treatment. If you have any further concerns or things don't improve then you can always speak to your doctor again.

    All the best,

    Ben
    Cancer Chat Moderator