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My husband has multiple myeloma. he had a stem cell transplant & has been in remission. he had a gallbladder attack 6 wks ago. his pet results show activity (suv max 2.8) in a lymph node posterior to the duodenum. could this be from the gall attack?

Q: my husband has multiple myeloma. he had a stem cell transplant & has been in remission. he had a gallbladder attack 6 wks ago. his pet results show activity (suv max 2.8) in a lymph node posterior to the duodenum. could this be from the gall attack?

: Yes, it is possible because that lymph node belongs to the gallbladder lymphatic drainage. Good luck to your husband!

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, it is possible because that lymph node belongs to the gallbladder lymphatic drainage. Good luck to your husband!

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 3/1/2023

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A member asked:

My husband has multiple myeloma. he had a stem cell transplant & has been in remission. he had a gallbladder attack 6 wks ago. his pet results show activity (suv max 2.8) in a lymph node posterior to the duodenum. could this be from the gall attack?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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