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What could cause lymphadenopathy for over a year? i've already had a needle biopsy which only showed that my lymph nodes are reactive.
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In many cases,: A needle biopsy is not adequate for a diagnosis. There are a fair number of infections as well as other things that can do this.
Answered 10/27/2016
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