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During a core needle biopsy on a cervical lymph node in neck, what vessels or nerves can be damaged? i have been having headache and trouble swallowin
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Nerve damage: The anatomy of the neck region is very complicated and there are many nerves that could be potentially affected by instrumentation. Which nerves depends upon whete the biopsy was done. Please contact your doctor as the pain and swallowing issues needs further attention.
Answered 3/25/2014
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Varies, but: Complications typically are uncommon, but you seem to be experiencing a couple issues, and urge you contact your doctor today and get this evaluated.
Answered 3/25/2014
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