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Hey, what is a normal lymph node? and how can i tell if i have normal nodes? i've always had feleable 1/2 inch nodes in my submental, submandibular and cervical areas and i'm just trying to find out if this is normal since i'm slim?

Q: hey, what is a normal lymph node? and how can i tell if i have normal nodes? i've always had feleable 1/2 inch nodes in my submental, submandibular and cervical areas and i'm just trying to find out if this is normal since i'm slim?

: Most likely normal but you should validate your impression by having a good palpator feel them and discuss.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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Most likely normal but you should validate your impression by having a good palpator feel them and discuss.

Answered 10/19/2022

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A member asked:

Hey, what is a normal lymph node? and how can i tell if i have normal nodes? i've always had feleable 1/2 inch nodes in my submental, submandibular and cervical areas and i'm just trying to find out if this is normal since i'm slim?

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