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My 5yo child being tested for leukemia / lymphoma b/c large lymph nodes behind knees. any ideas?

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Dr. James Ball answered

Specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Abonormal nodes: One reason for abnormal lymph node swelling would be leukemia or lymphoma. They may test his blood, his bone marrow, or his lymph nodes. I hope the tests are negative. It is a test that's would want done if it were my child. Good luck.

Answered 9/12/2014

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