D.B.
Sounds like swollen lymph nodes - part of the body's defense system against infections. The nodes exist in clusters so it's not surprising that your child has more than one lump. If your child has been sick several times, they can be and remain enlarged. They can be tender to the touch. This happened to me - I was worried too but the doctor explained it to me and it went away. Usually it's nothing, especially if no other problems exist such as elevated blood levels. However, that doesn't mean to ignore it and not keep an eye on things, or to consult the physician again. You can also strengthen your child's immune system - that's what I did, and none of us has had a "sick visit" in 5 years.