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What could cause reactive lymph nodes in both inguinal regions (as noted on a ct scan)?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Reactive Lymph Nodes: It is very common to have reactive lymph nodes while fighting off an infection or post treatment inflammation. If you have not been tested or treated for a vaginal or bladder infection this may be a sign that you do need further testing or treatment.

Answered 9/30/2016

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Dr. Larry Greenbaum answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - rheumatology

Lots of things: A reactive lymph node is a pathology finding, that is something you can diagnose with a biopsy, but not with a ct scan. There are lots of lymph nodes in the inguinal region, and a few slightly enlarged nodes is not a big finding. If your doctor thinks more needs to be done, a biopsy might be needed.

Answered 1/21/2016

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