Hi Cynthia,
What about a fine needle biopsy of the swollen lymph node?
Concerning $$$ and insurance. When I had my 1st heart attack I didn't have insurance. I told the hospital and they told me I couldn't be refused treatment and I wasn't, including triple bypass surgery. The bill put me under and I had to file a Chapter 7 but I'm still alive and well even after a 2nd heart attack and cancer. Seek treatment if you truly feel you need it. It's only money and you're not taking it with you!
The other side of the coin is an ENT says you're Ok and it's not cancer. Take the medication and let it run it's course. If the gland doesn't go down within a week after the meds end, see your doc again.
Positive thoughts and prayers
"T"