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Does infected cartilage piercing cause swollen painful lymph nodes?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: It can. Please seek medical evaluation.

Dr Minich and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/4/2013

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