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I've had one swollen inguinal lymph node for 3 weeks. no stds or other symptoms at all. i'm getting a biopsy. what is the probability of cancer?
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Pretty low, but: it depends on size, consistency, lab results, age, and other factors. Overall, the vast majority of lymph node biopsies are benign.
Answered 1/31/2015
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