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Found Lump In Left Groin Area. Had Surgery For Vulvar Cancer That Included Removal Of Ovaries, Lymph Nodes
I am female, 56 y.o., 5'4" 1/2", 132 lbs. I am 3 years post surgery for vulvar cancer (squamous cell.) My surgery included removal of both ovaries and all the lymph nodes in my groin. Lymph nodes came back negative for CA.
Found lump in left groin area that was there 3 days ago. It's about the size of a quarter and in line with my scar from original lymph node removal.
Found lump in left groin area that was there 3 days ago. It's about the size of a quarter and in line with my scar from original lymph node removal.
Mon, 25 Nov 2013
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It's likely that they could be recurrent lymph node. It requires thorough clinical examination and assessment. I would suggest you to get in touch with your operating surgeon for further management.
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Dr T Shobha
MBBS MD
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It's likely that they could be recurrent lymph node. It requires thorough clinical examination and assessment. I would suggest you to get in touch with your operating surgeon for further management.
Take care
Regards
Dr T Shobha
MBBS MD
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