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I have both r and l supraclavicular lymph node swelling, around 0.5 cm, rubbery, moveable. is this a sign of cancer?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Can't tell: Supraclavicular lymph node elevations are not normal for sure and can be a sign of serious conditions like different cancers, but are not definitive of such as a single presenting symptom. You should get in to see the Dr. and get a good examination and some testing to be safe. Best wishes.

Answered 5/3/2019

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