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Seen 2 docs but wondering why when i have folliculitis on my scalp that whatever side its on i get 2 or three lymphnodes that swell slightly and sore?
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Lymphadenopathy: These lymph nodes are doing what they are supposed to do, fight infection. This is a normal reaction.
Answered 9/28/2016
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