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Had a mammogram and ultrasound of breast confirming benign lump. told its just a lymph node - just concerned as i know breast ca can spread here?
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Not exactly: Breast cancer does spread to lymph nodes... Typically into your armpit (axilla), but we frequently see normal lymph nodes in the breast tissue as well.
Answered 11/25/2016
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No Worries: Lymph nodes are small filters throughout the body that act as processing centers for the immune system. They can get abnormally enlarged when cancer spreads to them. It is normal and expected to see intramammary lymph nodes. It is only a concern if they are enlarged or abnormal in appearance. Therefore, you have nothing to worry about.
Answered 11/7/2019
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Lymph nodes: are normal structures. If they are enlarged, or lose their normal shape, they are considered abnormal. If they are normal in size and shape, they are generally of no concern and need no follow up.
Answered 11/7/2019
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