Shruti Gupta Shruti Gupta Asked 6 months ago

Can cavities cause swollen lymph nodes?

My daughter recently had a swollen lymph node in her neck, and the doctor mentioned it could be due to an infection. She also has a small cavity. Could her cavity be the reason for her swollen lymph nodes?

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Rohan Mehra Rohan Mehra Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago
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Yes, absolutely! I had this happen when a bad cavity got infected, and my neck got swollen, making it so hard to enjoy my favorite pani puri. Get it checked by a dentist so you can go back to eating peacefully!

Sita Devi Sita Devi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Haan beta, jab daant me sadan gehari ho jati hai toh gale ke paas sujan aa sakti hai. Yeh sharir ka tarika hai bimari se ladne ka. Tum jaldi se acche doctor ko dikha lo, thik ho jayega.

Karan Malhotra Karan Malhotra Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Yes, a deep cavity can cause a dental abscess, which directly leads to swollen lymph nodes under the jaw. It's a clear sign of infection. Don't waste time, go see a dentist immediately for an X-ray.

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Ananya Sen Ananya Sen Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Swollen lymph nodes generally indicate that your body's immune system is responding to an infection, which can stem from a deep cavity. While it is a common reaction, a professional dentist's advice is necessary to treat the tooth properly.

Venkatesh Prasad Venkatesh Prasad Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

As a diabetic, I know that dental infections can escalate quickly and cause swollen nodes. You must keep your blood sugar in check and consult your dentist immediately, as we are more prone to complications from untreated infections.

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Sanjay Shrivastava Sanjay Shrivastava Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Yes, it is very common for lymph nodes to swell when a cavity reaches the pulp and causes an infection. Don't worry, but also don't delay. A dentist will likely prescribe some medication or treat the tooth to resolve it.

Preeti Chawla Preeti Chawla Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Haan, gale ke paas ki gilthi phool sakti hai agar daant me infection ho toh. Mere bhai ke sath bhi aisa hua tha, na? Dentist ke paas jaakar daant saaf karwaya toh sujan apne aap chali gayi.

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