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Posterior cervical node is pea sized, ent says tonsillitis. i had no symptoms except for ear soreness is that common?

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Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

If lymph node: is less than 1 cm, it is most likely insignificant. If it persists or enlarges, go back to ENT for recheck.

Answered 7/22/2015

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A member asked:

Posterior cervical node is pea sized, ent says tonsillitis. i had no symptoms except for ear soreness is that common?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

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