A member asked:

Had a mole removed on my neck that was suspicious of a possible melanoma. the doctor said it most likely wasn't though.. biopsy results are next week. neck lymph node is bean size and tender. is it connected/cancer spreading or could it be nothing?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Either: If lymph node not present before biopsy, likey "reactive" lymph node from procedure. Show the node to MD when you return.

Answered 1/20/2021

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Wait for report: Lymph node enlargement most likely due to surgical procedure wait for the biopsy repot , don't come to conclusion . It could be nothing .

Answered 11/25/2018

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