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What is the definition or description of: enlarged neck lymph nodes?
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Lymph nodes: Increased size of the lymphatic structures which filter lymph & form lymphocytes . This can occur in response to inflammation or infection. In this case lymph nodes in the neck are involved.
Answered 12/17/2020
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