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I have had a swollen lymph node one the left side back of my neck by my hair line for about 3 weeks maybe longer. it doesn't hurt, hasn't i increased in size (pea size maybe a little bigger) i saw a walk in doctor who said it didn't seem worrisome. should

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

If: it is mobile and non tender and less than 1.5 cm, just watch for any changes. If it changes be reviewed again. All the best.

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Answered 7/27/2015

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A member asked:

I have had a swollen lymph node one the left side back of my neck by my hair line for about 3 weeks maybe longer. it doesn't hurt, hasn't i increased in size (pea size maybe a little bigger) i saw a walk in doctor who said it didn't seem worrisome. should

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Dr Amico Jr and 2 doctors agreed

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