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3.8 and 3mm lymph node in lt post triangle, usg done, i had bad sorethroat 20 days back. what could be reason, when they will go?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Lymph nodes are : normal stuctures, we worry about them when they enlarge. 3.8mm and 3mm lymph nodes are small, and likely normal.

Answered 7/17/2014

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A member asked:

3.8 and 3mm lymph node in lt post triangle, usg done, i had bad sorethroat 20 days back. what could be reason, when they will go?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Gabor answered

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