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My scan report shows "subcms lymphnode involving pre-vascular and paratracheal group". may i know what it means? anything serious?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Lymph nodes: It is normal to have small lymph nodes in these locations. Talk to your doctor about their relevance in your particular case, but it is likely that they are no cause for concern.

Answered 6/22/2014

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