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73 yo with new l1 distribution of shingles and ct shows scattered nonspecific retroperitoneal lymphadenopathy. is follow up of lymphadenopathy needed?

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Yes: You need to be follow by your doctor and if the nodes become larger after recovery from shingles, you may need biopsy to find the cause so be treated.

Dr Seibert agreed

Answered 6/12/2017

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