Ultrasound revealed a prominent lymph node and cyst in armpit doctor told me ultrasound was negative but requested a biopsy. I'm 18. Cancer possible?
Not likely. But always possible, unfortunately. My best guess will be a reactive lymph node. Good luck with the biopsy!
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