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A member asked:

Would lymphnode swelling always be present in an early hiv infection? would it be localized or swollen lymohnodes all over the body?

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No: While enlarged lymph nodes can be one symptom associated with HIV infection, enlarged lymph nodes are not "always" present in persons with "early" hiv. Many people with early HIV are asymptomatic.

Dr Friedlander and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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