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I have a recurring dermatitis of the scalp . a small retroauricular lymph node ( not movable ) may be related to it? utrasound shows it is reactive.
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Need to consult : with your Pcp to make sure it is not ringworm against bacterial infection of the scalp . Both are treated differently . Swollen gland is a normal reaction to fight infection .
Answered 5/4/2015
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