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Last year, had a swollen lymph in groin for 5 mo. before it went away, doc wasn't worried. we moved back to the same area, and it has returned. why?

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Dr. Karen Butler answered

Ans: The lymph nodes can become inflamed for many reasons. Watch the size and see if it subsides. If not see your doctor

Answered 10/17/2015

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A member asked:

Last year, had a swollen lymph in groin for 5 mo. before it went away, doc wasn't worried. we moved back to the same area, and it has returned. why?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Karen Butler answered

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