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I am 22 years old. have a small lump in the back of my left neck its almost 2 years. after had boils on it. then now its painful and swelleng

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Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

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See below: The most likely answer to your issue is a slightly enlarged posterior chain neck lymph node due to past innocent illnesses. However, to be sure and for your well being, get it checked by your doctor for confirmation of an non-life threatening illness.

Answered 7/18/2013

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A member asked:

I am 22 years old. have a small lump in the back of my left neck its almost 2 years. after had boils on it. then now its painful and swelleng

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

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