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I have had a swollen lymph node under my arm for months. why hasn't it gone down? what causes swollen lymph nodes? doctor did ultrasound on breast and under arm and wasn't concerned.
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Scarring: The lymph node serves as a immune response center and usually enlarges in the face of inflammation or infection. At times a scarred node is left after the fight is over leaving a permanent presence. Your doctor has already done the right thing for you.
Answered 8/26/2017
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