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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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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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