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There is a big knot in or on my left carotid artery it feels like. didn't get it until throat infection.
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Likely adenopathy: It is likely an enlarged lymph node, that we call reactive, in response to an infection. Some last for a while. If getting bigger or causing pain let your doctor examine it.
Answered 3/24/2020
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Likely a lymph node: There are normally lymph glands in the proximity to the carotid artery and jugular veins. You normally cannot feel them but they will enlarge with a throat infection. Consult an ENT doctor if you are concerned.
Answered 10/3/2015
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