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I have trouble swallowing. ent discovered abnormal adenoid tissue growth. i've got petechiae on my legs and chest, and i'm bruising easily. cancer?

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Cancer?: From the info you have provided it is impossible to diagnose you, but if you are seeing an ENT physician they should be fully capable of providing an accurate assessment of your condition. Cancer may be considered, but there are many other possibilities.

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 7/15/2014

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