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I've had swollen lymph nodes and neck swelling for the years. drs dint know why. now i am having difficulty eating solids. what could this be?

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Dr. Aurea Tomeski answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

GI evaluation : Are your neck swellings lymph nodes. I think you should see your PCP who can then refer you to a gastroenterologist who could do endoscopy. Was your thyroid checked?

Dr Finkelstein agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I've had swollen lymph nodes and neck swelling for the years. drs dint know why. now i am having difficulty eating solids. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Aurea Tomeski answered

Dr Finkelstein agreed

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