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Right supraclavicular lump since 2 months first u/s measures lump 0.9mm second u/s 6 weeks later measures 0.6mm. is a needle biopsy advisable? thanks
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Probably can wait: If it continues to get smaller, a biopsy will not necessary. Avoid frequently examining the area, as manipulation (of the presumed lymph node) will tend to keep it reactive to an enlarged
Answered 2/17/2015
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