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Could The Multiple Enlarged Lymph Nodes Be Due To Inflammatory Etiology?
My daughter 11yrs old has been diagnosed with supraclavicular lymphadenitis, ultrasound scan report says she s got hetergenous mass lesion measuring 2.7x1.4cm with internal necrotic areas & surrounding echogenic(inflamator) regions noted in left supraclavicular region...likely matted lymphnodes with suppuration / abscess. Multiple discrete enlarged lymphnodes in the neck on left side.....inflammatory etiology.....? tuberculosis Dr. suggests immediate admission and observation for next 48 hrs with further tests to determine cause and suggest treatment .... Your views please
Fri, 8 Aug 2014
Report is suggestive of Tuberculosis.
Further tests and treatment is essential but she is active and eating well ,this can be done from clinic also.
Further tests and treatment is essential but she is active and eating well ,this can be done from clinic also.
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