Swollen lymph nodes

So, about a month ago I found 2 lumps behind my left ear. One above the other, top one being bigger than the bottom. 
doctors prescribed penicillin and just told me it was lymph nodes.  
 I rang the doctors back as the penicillin didn't work and the lumps are still there but they've just told me to wait it out and see if they go? 

fast forward to this week... I feel exhausted, I'm feeling dizzy constantly and waking up with headaches, neck pain, Also finding it hard to swallow.. not so much a sore throat but it's almost like there's somthing stuck in my throat. 

ive also found another lump on my neck by my Adam's apple. Doctors have prescribed me more antibiotics but have also told me that I probably don't need them?

has anyone els had this?! Am I able to request bloods or ask for an ultrasound??? I've obviously Googled it and I'm worrying a bit.. I feel like I don't want to wait it out? 

  • Hello, 

    call your GP back and yes as you said request bloods and an ultrasound. I requested bloods back in November to check my thyroid. The doctor didn't really want to as I could hear it in her voice over the phone but she said "well, yes if you want that" I said yes I do, thankfully it was ok. I also just had an ultrasound on a lump in my neck done. If you request it, it may not be put through as urgent, and in these covid times you could be waiting a while for the appointment. I got my appointment within a week but I got sent a number to call to book myself so was much easier to get a quick appointment. Hope this helps and good luck x