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Swollen lymph node from infection. doc said it was normal. is it ok to like massage or rub it if it hurts really bad? or is that dangerous
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Yes.: There should be no problem with massage of a lymph node that is enlarged due to a prior, resolved infection.
Answered 1/26/2013
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