Question 1

ultrasound finds benign axillary lymph nodes with intact hilum bilateraly,largest 1.3cm on right 0.8 cm on left ,one 5mm fibroidenoma in both breasts.

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Unclear question: Why did you have these tests done? Do you have any symptoms? Did you discuss the results with the doctor who ordered the tests? Doing tests that are not addressed to answer a specific question often leads to other questions and unneeded investigation and treatment.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 2

do axillary lymph nodes appear in ultrasound?

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Yes, if enlarged: Yes, axillary lymph nodes can be seen in ultrasound if they are sufficiently enlarged. Small lymph nodes may not be seen.

Question 3

i am 48 year old- ultra sound results say that there are bilateral axillary lymph nodes -16.3 x 6.6 mm ( right) and 13.5x6.4 mm(left). is it alarming?

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Maybe: Sounds like you are in good hands with your doc. You Need to be patient with  your doc as the work up is in process

Question 4

how does an ultrasound determine whether an enlarged axillary lymph node is benign ?

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: To be sure, the lymph node needs to removed and examined by  pathologist. 
Wish you good health!

Question 5

axillary lymph node mobile but feels matted.  ultrasound says it looks benign and not enlarged.  what might cause this?

Accepted Answer

Inflammation: Most axillary nodes are reactive or inflammatory .Sometimes can feel matted. Ultrasound fairly accurate at characterizing nodes.

Question 6

is bilateral axillary lymph nodes very serious...does it leads to cancer.?

Accepted Answer

Can be of concern: If you have enlarged lymph nodes in both axillary areas, you need to be evaluated by your doctor to determine if it is due to infection, inflammation, or cancer. There is no reason to panic but you should not ignore this condition.

Question 7

what are long term side effects and precautions after 2 axillary lymph nodes surgically removed?

Accepted Answer

None: Removal of only 2 nodes should not have any clinical implications.

Question 8

my axillary lymph nodes are painful and swollen both sides, more painful the left side. currently have a cough/cold - related? or something different?

Accepted Answer

Nodes: Often time with many types of infections many body part, specifically nodes get inflamed.

Question 9

u/s: both breasts show fibroglandular parenchyma, bilateral benign looking axillary lymph nodes. 6 months back report show fibroadenosis. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Monitor: The findings you mentioned are not worrisome and do not require any action. Do follow your doctor's advice about check-ups.
Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/.
Get HPV vaccine

Question 10

what is the meaning of bilateral axillary lymph nodes?

Accepted Answer

Could: Be serious or reaction to deodoranrs. Have mammogram and eval.

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Ultrasound finds benign axillary lymph nodes with intact hilum bilateraly,largest 1.3cm on right 0.8 cm on left ,one 5mm fibroidenoma in both breasts.

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Do axillary lymph nodes appear in ultrasound?

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I am 48 year old- ultra sound results say that there are bilateral axillary lymph nodes -16.3 x 6.6 mm ( right) and 13.5x6.4 mm(left). is it alarming?

A member asked:

How does an ultrasound determine whether an enlarged axillary lymph node is benign ?

A member asked:

Axillary lymph node mobile but feels matted. ultrasound says it looks benign and not enlarged. what might cause this?

A member asked:

Is bilateral axillary lymph nodes very serious...does it leads to cancer.?

A member asked:

What are long term side effects and precautions after 2 axillary lymph nodes surgically removed?

A member asked:

My axillary lymph nodes are painful and swollen both sides, more painful the left side. currently have a cough/cold - related? or something different?

A member asked:

U/s: both breasts show fibroglandular parenchyma, bilateral benign looking axillary lymph nodes. 6 months back report show fibroadenosis. what to do?

A member asked:

What is the meaning of bilateral axillary lymph nodes?

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