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Doctor doesnt know why my lymphnode is swollen says we can biopsy it but doesnt think its anything bad. 2.4cm can i just leave it? hurts and moves
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Some basics: The lymph nodes sift the bodies serum & remove debris/viral particles & germs. They swell when they are most active from pea size to larger when active & then shrink when inactive. They take in serum from nearby regions so localized bites/skin rash/infection are common triggers. The location/size/duration of swelling /& exam findings determine when a biopsy would be needed.
Answered 4/28/2019
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