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Swollen neck lmph node for 3 yrs. last checked 8mm. occasional neck pain but the node hasn't changed in size.gp says its benign.what are your thought?
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Biopsy: Most likely its benign lymphoid hyperplasia. However, if concerned, excisional biopsy or cytology will support or deny the diagnosis.
Answered 9/28/2016
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