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A member asked:

Will doctor most likely do a biopsy if a 1.4x1.5cm lymph node and 1.4cm cyst doesn't shrink after follow up ultrasound? even if its not growing? im 18

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Biopsy: Yes, your doctor will most likely do a biopsy

Answered 8/29/2014

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