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Hi i have had a lump in my right elbow for over a year now it has grown and had it cheacked they think this is a reactive lymph node how long can it t?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

2nd opinion: It is unusual to have a reactive lymph node solely at one elbow and certainly not lasting for over a year. You need to get a 2nd opinion to find out the cause especially since the lump has been growing in size.

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

Answered 9/6/2017

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A member asked:

Hi i have had a lump in my right elbow for over a year now it has grown and had it cheacked they think this is a reactive lymph node how long can it t?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

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