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I have a neck and spine pain that hurts more when i move my neck along with a cough and peasized glands in my neck could this be lymphoma im so scared?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Unlikely: The symptoms you describe do not in any way suggest a lymphoma. Pea sized lymph nodes are very common in young people and usually not a cause for concern. If you have multiple hard (like hard rubber) lymph nodes that are not tender, be sure to get them checked.

Answered 1/18/2016

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