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Sore swollen lymph node about 1cm size on left midjugular chain for 2 1/2 months now. ent said it's nothing. gp's ultrasound neg. should i be worried?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

No: If two doctors have examined and are not concerned, you should not worry. Check the area about once a month and if the nodes double in size or number, then see your doctor again.

Answered 3/1/2015

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A member asked:

Sore swollen lymph node about 1cm size on left midjugular chain for 2 1/2 months now. ent said it's nothing. gp's ultrasound neg. should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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