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If a lymph node is the size of golf ball or a tad bit smaller in the groin, does that mean it's lymphoma?'

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Enlarged node: I would not jump to that conclusion. This does need evaluation. Biopsy, imaging, blood tests, physical examination and history are used to make that type of diagnosis.

Answered 10/22/2015

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A member asked:

If a lymph node is the size of golf ball or a tad bit smaller in the groin, does that mean it's lymphoma?'

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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