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I have had a swollen lymph node for almost a year i had my gp take a look at it we had an ultrasound done and some blood work and i went to a head/neck doctor that took a look at my scans both said it was nothing but its still swollen should i worry?

Q: i have had a swollen lymph node for almost a year i had my gp take a look at it we had an ultrasound done and some blood work and i went to a head/neck doctor that took a look at my scans both said it was nothing but its still swollen should i worry?

: Reactive lymph node may not diminish in size over the time. If you have been examined by 2 doctors and ultrasound was also done then you have nothing to worry. Take care.

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Reactive lymph node may not diminish in size over the time. If you have been examined by 2 doctors and ultrasound was also done then you have nothing to worry. Take care.

Answered 7/11/2023

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A member asked:

I have had a swollen lymph node for almost a year i had my gp take a look at it we had an ultrasound done and some blood work and i went to a head/neck doctor that took a look at my scans both said it was nothing but its still swollen should i worry?

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