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Dr. referring me to hematologist instead of gi dr. after ct-scan found enlarged periaortic lymph nodes? ulcer like symptoms for 3yrs. blood tests norm. dr. says i don't hv stomach problems. sound right?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Your DR may be : Suspecting lymphoma - a tumor of the lymph glands. Hopefully , i'm wrong

Answered 12/10/2013

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Yes, it is right: Your problem is in the abdomen( it is not the real stomach) but it is the enlarged lymph nodes which your dr. Is worried about. An oncologist/hematologist can find out the cause of these nodes and make a proper diagnosis. So proceed and see a specialist who deals with enlarged lymph nodes to make sure it is not cancer affecting the lymph nodes( it is called a lymphoma).

Answered 5/4/2013

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