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7 y.o has lymph nodes to back of neck, enlarged since age 2. doesn't hurt, not red, moves under skin. child is thin but no wt. loss. need work up?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

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Needs follow up.: Cervical lymph nodes (in the neck) are common in children. They can persist for very long periods of time. Most important is that your pediatrician knows about them and re-examines them periodically (remind him or her from time to time). They can be removed surgically or biopsied but this is not usually necessary.

Answered 9/26/2015

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A member asked:

7 y.o has lymph nodes to back of neck, enlarged since age 2. doesn't hurt, not red, moves under skin. child is thin but no wt. loss. need work up?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

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