A member asked:

If you are tall and thin. bmi around 19, 20. is it easier to palpate/feel lymph nodes that are in the groin and neck?

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Dr. Julien Fahed answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: Thin people have less fat surrounding their body and that makes it easier to palpate any abnormality including lymph nodes. If you have any concerns, you should be examined by a doctor.

Answered 4/19/2016

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