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What does swollen lymph nodes on right breast on mammogram mean?
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In performing the: Mammogram the radiologist can also see the lymph nodes in the axilla (arm pit). Depending on the size, it may or may not be of significance.
Answered 1/10/2021
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There are: numerous causes of adenopathy, in most cases related to inflammation/infection. However, occult breast cancer or other malignancy are also possibilities. Your doctor needs to evaluate you for the cause of the adenopathy.
Answered 8/3/2014
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A biopsy is needed: The presence of swallone lymph nodes in a 63 year old woman is likely a sign of pathology and a biopsy is warrented, especially if they have been present for over two weeks. The leading concenrs would be either lymphoma or breast cancer. Speak to your doctor about the need for a ultrasound and biopsy.
Answered 12/24/2015
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