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Are there lymph nodes on the spine of your upper neck?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: Deep alongside the spine of your neck in the back, on each side

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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