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Can you tell clearly if a lymph node can be moved on back of your next cause i'm not sure it it's moves a little or not?

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Lymph nodes: Lymph nodes in the neck occur in a chain pattern(up and down) and are not very freely movable as a rule. It's best to have your physician examine any enlarged or abnormal masses to be sure.

Answered 5/10/2014

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