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What does inferior lymph nodes mean on a thyroid ultrasound?

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Lower neck: Most likely this is referring to nodes located in the lower part of your neck closer to the sternum and clavicles.

Dr Bansal and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 3/13/2017

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