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A member asked:

My inguinal lymph nodes have been swollen and hard for 1 and a half years. recently the ones on the right have been growing. definitely cancer...?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Lymph Nodes: Swollen lymph nodes do not necessarily imply cancer but can also result from chronic infection and inflammation. Definitely consult your doctor.

Dr Saurborn agreed

Answered 2/1/2015

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Needs evaluation: Swollen, hard inguinal nodes showed be evaluated by a physician and appropriate workup undertaken including possible biopsy. Please see your GP soon. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Dr Akinjagunla agreed

Answered 2/1/2015

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