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I had 2 swollen lymph nodes and was diagnosed with cellulitis. after taking antibiotics i gelt better and nodes went down, but not fully cured. now a month later, they are bigger but more "firm" . i can push down and feel a sensation to my lower back. ive

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See MD: It's a little early to consider biopsy but it could come to that later. Not sure what you mean by " sensation"

Answered 6/20/2015

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A member asked:

I had 2 swollen lymph nodes and was diagnosed with cellulitis. after taking antibiotics i gelt better and nodes went down, but not fully cured. now a month later, they are bigger but more "firm" . i can push down and feel a sensation to my lower back. ive

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Todd Sisto answered

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