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I have prominent mesenteric lymph nodes. they want a ct scan repeated in 3-4 months time. should i worry about cancer?

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Pet Ct: You should have Pet Ct and if positive you need biopsy for final diagnosis and treatment.

Dr Khanna agreed

Answered 9/24/2020

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