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Lymph nodes become swollen in response to illness, infection, or stress. Swollen lymph nodes are one sign that your lymphatic system is working to rid your body of the responsible agents. Swollen lymph glands in the head and neck are normally caused by illnesses such as: ear infection.
Causes of swollen lymph glands. Swollen glands can be due to infections such as colds and flu, tonsillitis, glandular fever, ear infections, and dental abscess. Health conditions that may cause swollen glands include HIV, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, sarcoidosis, and types of cancer such as non-Hodgkin lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukaemia.