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Multiple swollen lymph nodes on back of neck and side for months. ct scan shows no lymphoma and im not sick. they wont go away, why? ent not worried.

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Scalp issues: The lymph nodes you described often get enlarged at trivial stimulation, e.g., dandruff. You may wish to try washing your hair and scalp daily, with any shampoo. It may take a few months for the nodes to regress. If the nodes more than double in size, do see a doctor.

Answered 3/31/2016

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A member asked:

Multiple swollen lymph nodes on back of neck and side for months. ct scan shows no lymphoma and im not sick. they wont go away, why? ent not worried.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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