Question 1

can an abnormal shape of a lymph node indicate anything other than a neoplasm?

Accepted Answer

Possibly. : Sure, depends on the shape. If it's elongated and not tender then it might be more suspicious. But for the most part it requires a bit more expertise to determine if suspicious or benign.

Question 2

is a small, flat, oval shaped, painless movable thing on the side of my neck a normal lymph node? not visible, only palpable. my brother has it too.

Accepted Answer

Could be..: Lymph node, lipoma (fat collection), cyst (pocket of fluid that is usually meaningless), fibrous scar.  If you have sweats, fever, weight loss, or if it becomes painful or begins to enlarge; then have it checked.

Question 3

soy 2.5 cm lymph node which is very soft moveable and squishy it varies in size day by day. it's very irregular shaped could it be a cyst maybe?

Accepted Answer

2.5 cm cyst: 2.5 CM is rather large for a lymph node -- this is best evaluated by your primary care physician.

Question 4

are there any non-suspicious causes for a 2 cm long i-shaped, hard, irregular lump (possible lymph node) in the right supraclavicular area?

Accepted Answer

Yes: but any hard lump still needs to be checked by a doctor and possibly biopsied to be sure.

Question 5

have had a palpable lymph node in neck for over 10 yrs. us was done 15 years ago and showed permanent benign enlarged lymph node. no follow up recommended. no changes in size, shape. still small. should i be concerned it could have become cancerous?

Accepted Answer

Timing and results: Timing does not appear right as it sounds that the ultrasound was done before the lymph node becoming palpable, which is not the usual scenario. Also an US might show an enlarged lymph node, no comment is usually made as if temporary vs permanent. If no changes in size what would be the reason for concern?

Question 6

i have a lump just to the right of the top of my sternum. could this be a lymph node?
i'm really scared.
it's feels shaped weird

Accepted Answer

Sternoclavicular jt: Injury or arthritis can cause the sternoclavicular joint  (SCJ) to become swollen and more prominent. The right and left SCJs are just off the midline at the base of the collarbones as they attach to the sternum. A thorough orthopaedic exam an specialized X-rays will help make the diagnosis.

Question 7

had ultrasound - finding: upper right groin area ovoid shaped lymph node measuring 3.6 x 0.8 cm. what is the possible diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

More detail please: did the ultrasound mention whether the lymph node looked normal (other than the size)?  usually a biopsy is in order for a lymph node this large.  you should make sure you are up to date on your GYN exams and that you don't have any unusual skin lesions on your lower extremities or pelvic area.   you may need an excisional biopsy rather than a needle biopsy.

Question 8

lymph node (doc.confirmed) in groin for 6+ months, bean shaped,1.5cm length, doesn't move when standing, moves slightly when lying down.is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Lymph nodes: The size, shape and location of this bean shaped lymph node are consistent with a lymph node and you said that the doctor confirmed it. It sounds like what is called a 'persistent lymph node' and these need to be biopsied after 3 or 4 months to make sure they aren't cancerous but otherwise they can just be monitored.

Question 9

i have one swollen inguinal lymph node. its soft, moveable, about 1 cm, & heart shaped. it could be 2 that are matted. its hard to tell. causing panic

Accepted Answer

Groin lymph nodes: Don't panic. These nodes are usually the largest in the body because they are located in an area that isn't clean and they have to manage a lot of activity. If they don't hurt and you don't have any new symptoms (vaginal discharge or foul odor), then just keep an eye on it/them. If painful or not going away, you can show a doctor.

Question 10

palpable lump in right mastoid region. lymph node 15*7*10reniform shape&fatty hilum. left ln measures same.no neck cyst/other mass lesion.any issues?

Accepted Answer

Sketchy picture: Can't tell, more history and information are needed, your doctor can help you better putting things together, after physical examination and full pathology report, best wishes

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Can an abnormal shape of a lymph node indicate anything other than a neoplasm?

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Is a small, flat, oval shaped, painless movable thing on the side of my neck a normal lymph node? not visible, only palpable. my brother has it too.

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Soy 2.5 cm lymph node which is very soft moveable and squishy it varies in size day by day. it's very irregular shaped could it be a cyst maybe?

A member asked:

Are there any non-suspicious causes for a 2 cm long i-shaped, hard, irregular lump (possible lymph node) in the right supraclavicular area?

A member asked:

Have had a palpable lymph node in neck for over 10 yrs. us was done 15 years ago and showed permanent benign enlarged lymph node. no follow up recommended. no changes in size, shape. still small. should i be concerned it could have become cancerous?

A member asked:

I have a lump just to the right of the top of my sternum. could this be a lymph node? i'm really scared. it's feels shaped weird

A member asked:

Had ultrasound - finding: upper right groin area ovoid shaped lymph node measuring 3.6 x 0.8 cm. what is the possible diagnosis?

A member asked:

Lymph node (doc.confirmed) in groin for 6+ months, bean shaped,1.5cm length, doesn't move when standing, moves slightly when lying down.is this normal?

A member asked:

I have one swollen inguinal lymph node. its soft, moveable, about 1 cm, & heart shaped. it could be 2 that are matted. its hard to tell. causing panic

A member asked:

Palpable lump in right mastoid region. lymph node 15*7*10reniform shape&fatty hilum. left ln measures same.no neck cyst/other mass lesion.any issues?

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Palpable lump in right mastoid region. lymph node 15710reniform shape&fatty hilum. left ln measures same.no neck cyst/other mass lesion.any issues?