Q: have a small <1cm cervical lymph node with what feels like a pinhead sized bump attached. cause for concern? thank you.

Lymphadenopathy : With nodes less than 1 cm, we are typically not concerned. If the node is enlarging or becoming painful, I would suggest you see your physician.

Q: had a core needle bx of enlarged cervical lymph node.nurse said path report said "no gross abnormalities", but dr wants to remove node anyway. why?

Concern: The complete node may yield additional results. False negative from needle biopsy is possible. Sounds like he is caring and thorough.

Question 1

i have an enlarged cervical lymph node that measures 1.75x2.0 in.  it is also hard and somewhat painful  should i get it checked out or wait.  ?

Accepted Answer

Lymph Node Swelling: Greetings.  An enlarged lymph node should be evaluated and treated.  In my practice,  I would treat you with an antibiotic.  After 14 days,  the node should have shrunk in size.  If it was still enlarging,  then an image guided biopsy would be ordered.  The sooner you are evaluated,  the sooner you are treated.  Good Luck.

Question 2

i had a cervical lymph node biopsy today.  it is 3cm and not growing over 6 months.  it is very hard.  is it possible to be benign and very hard?

Accepted Answer

Possible: The size and firmness of the lymph node are concerning for cancer, but some infections, such as tuberculosis, can present similarly.  The pathologist will need to examine the cells under the microscope and may need a couple days to do special staining to give you a complete answer.

Question 3

26 yo m with pea sized supraclavicular lymph node - may be posterior cervical lymph node, can't tell. it is mobile and not too firm. should i freak?

Accepted Answer

Lymphadenitis : Lymphadenitis is characterized by tender and enlarged lymph nodes that are soft in consistency. This usually signifies the presence of a localized infection.
Rec. : see your pcp for comprehensive exam and source of infection.

Question 4

i have a supraclavicular and posterior cervical lymph node up since early december i then found 5 in groin and hard immovablelump in lower sacrum?help

Accepted Answer

Need diagnosis biops: You need a diagnosis and you may need to have a biopsy.  We think of infections, tumors, sarcoid to name a few You need  an immediate evaluation, perhaps a biopsy to clarify the diagnosis.

Question 5

what count as normal size of cervical lymph node?

Accepted Answer

Barely palpable: Head &amp; neck has 300 to 400 lymph nodes , normal lyph nodes are barely palpable ( able to feel )  size less than 0.5 cm .or less If node is 2 cm or more need investigation .

Question 6

what can you do for the pain that's in your cervical lymph node?

Accepted Answer

Neck pain: You will need to see your regular doctor to see what will be best to control your pain, as you are taking a few medications for pain control already. Ultimately, the reason for the painful cervical lymph nodes needs to be determined and treated.

Question 7

is hypoechoic cervical lymph node lymphoma?

Accepted Answer

Not neccessarily: Ultrasonography itself cannot distinguish benign from malignant lesions, but an
echographic appearance suggests malignancy and helps in the selection of the node to aspirate with
ultrasonographically guided fnab, which is crucial for a final diagnosis.

You need to have the node sampled with a needle to know if it is benign or otherwise. Talk to your physician.

Question 8

i recently noticed 2 small moveable balls on my enlarged posterior cervical lymph node. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Sounds like: infection, but it could be a serious condition such as Hodgkin's lymphoma.  Showi it to your doctor just to be sure.

Question 9

have a small <1cm cervical lymph node with what feels like a pinhead sized bump attached. cause for concern? thank you.

Accepted Answer

Lymphadenopathy : With nodes less than 1 cm, we are typically not concerned. If the node is enlarging or becoming painful, I would suggest you see your physician.

Question 10

had a core needle bx of enlarged cervical lymph node.nurse said path report said "no gross abnormalities", but dr wants to remove node anyway. why?

Accepted Answer

Concern: The complete node may yield additional results.
False negative from needle biopsy is possible.
Sounds like he is caring and thorough.

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I have an enlarged cervical lymph node that measures 1.75x2.0 in. it is also hard and somewhat painful should i get it checked out or wait. ?

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I had a cervical lymph node biopsy today. it is 3cm and not growing over 6 months. it is very hard. is it possible to be benign and very hard?

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26 yo m with pea sized supraclavicular lymph node - may be posterior cervical lymph node, can't tell. it is mobile and not too firm. should i freak?

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I have a supraclavicular and posterior cervical lymph node up since early december i then found 5 in groin and hard immovablelump in lower sacrum?help

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What count as normal size of cervical lymph node?

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What can you do for the pain that's in your cervical lymph node?

A member asked:

Is hypoechoic cervical lymph node lymphoma?

A member asked:

I recently noticed 2 small moveable balls on my enlarged posterior cervical lymph node. what could this be?

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Have a small <1cm cervical lymph node with what feels like a pinhead sized bump attached. cause for concern? thank you.

A member asked:

Had a core needle bx of enlarged cervical lymph node.nurse said path report said "no gross abnormalities", but dr wants to remove node anyway. why?

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