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25 y old male. feel 1 lymph node on bone behind ear its movable. 0.8-1cm diameter. been there for at least 3 months. is this normal size? lymphoma?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Near normal: It is not uncommon of lymph node behind the ear to become a little larger for trivial issues with the scalp, like dandruff. If it has not changes in 3 months, you can ignore it. If there are any issues with your scalp, please attend to those.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 1/8/2018

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A member asked:

25 y old male. feel 1 lymph node on bone behind ear its movable. 0.8-1cm diameter. been there for at least 3 months. is this normal size? lymphoma?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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