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I have two swollen glands in my neck and an enlarged thymus from a sinus infection a year ago. i'm seeking a diagnosis w/ my doctor. possible causes?

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Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

Unrelated: The enlarged thymus is not related to a sinus infection. Enlarged lymph nodes may also not be related to an infection a year ago. You need to have those symptoms checked for other causes.

Answered 3/8/2013

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A member asked:

I have two swollen glands in my neck and an enlarged thymus from a sinus infection a year ago. i'm seeking a diagnosis w/ my doctor. possible causes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Nayla Mumneh answered

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