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Is it safe for a lymph node swelling to not go down?
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4 weeks: Talk with your doc if your lymph nodes have been swollen for more than 3-4 weeks or if they're getting larger or more painful.
Answered 11/17/2018
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Depends: Agree with Dr. Y. You may feel the node every couple of weeks, if the lymph gland doubles in size, becomes painful, ulcerates, or other nodes become enlarged, or you develop fever, or lose weight, you should see a doctor.
Answered 11/17/2018
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