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Should i b scared if my mri report cam bac sayin "small non enlarged incidental reactive lymph nodes r noted in the neck, which r probably reactive"?

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Dr. Holly Maes answered

Be happy: Radiologists are very good at reading what may be worrisome and what looks like just reactive nodes. I would be bothered if it said "can't be sure and recommend recheck in 3-6 months", but this basically says don't worry about things, so don't! call the ones you love tonight and say "i'm great, and i love you", take a walk with your significant other and enjoy life - you are fine!

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 8/21/2013

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A member asked:

Should i b scared if my mri report cam bac sayin "small non enlarged incidental reactive lymph nodes r noted in the neck, which r probably reactive"?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Holly Maes answered

Dr Raff agreed

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