painful, swollen lymph node

[yummymummy77]

Hi there,

I have recently developed a painful swollen lymph node on the left side of my neck. I haven't had any obvious infection, and am even taking two antibiotics at the same time for a couple of gynae issues (related to my CS site from 5 years ago and cervical erosion). I am not sure why this would develop all of a sudden. Over the past 3 months I have lost 16 lbs without diet or exercise and am always feeling tired. As I was having excessive bleeding during my periods I went to my gynae who carried out several tests including full bloods, thyroid function, Mammogram, internal ultrasound- everything came back within range, she couldn't explain the weightloss. She did however put me on antibiotics for the fluid (infection) behind the C-Section scar. It's during this treatment (around day 6 out of 7 for the course) that the lymph node developed. It's quite swollen and it's definitely painful. My gynae gave me the all clear and recommended I see an internal medicine doctor. I'm getting worried now, as I have a cousin who is undergoing treatment for Hogkins Lymphoma- could this swollen lymph node be something serious, and what kind of tests would you recommend for me to get done?

Thanks

[ranosh]

Your symptoms are symptoms of leukemia or it ca be any other less serious issue but as what I have been reading on the net these are symptoms of leukemia but i am not trying to scare you . Soit is better that you go to a doctor to do some blood tests

Hope you get better soon.