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Acute Cervical Adenitis- infection of the lymphatic glands of the neck secondary to an infection of the mouth pharynx or the scalp.

Causes:

  • from infected tonsils
  • pediculosis- cause of infection of the posterior group of glands
  • infection due to tooth problem

Signs and Symptoms:
  • swelling of one side of the neck, tender and edematous
  • abscess formation
  • spontaneous rupture if swelling not incised
Prevention:
  • children are the once usually affected so regular inspection and proper care and appropriate prophylactic treatment for teeth and tonsil to avoid infection
  • parasiticides is applied in case of pediculosis
  • proper hair care to avoid lice infestation

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