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The lymph nodes above my elbow (about 2 in. up from crease) are swollen on both arms. cbc clean, doctor puzzled. no injuries to hands or arms. causes?

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

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Answered 7/2/2016

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A member asked:

The lymph nodes above my elbow (about 2 in. up from crease) are swollen on both arms. cbc clean, doctor puzzled. no injuries to hands or arms. causes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

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