What Causes Lymph Node Enlargement In The Left Breast Area?
The results of a CT scan of my aorta came back with non specific lymph node enlargement; my aorta was fine. I have had a mastectomy on the right side close to 18 years ago with no further evidence of cancer. I’ve also had 2 knee replacements within 2 years due to severe arthritis. Otherwise I am a relatively healthy woman of 64 years old. I have been doing a little reading about enlarged lymph nodes and am not terribly alarmed, but of course the thought of breast cancer on the left side has crossed my mind. I guess I would just like a few logical reasons why my lymph nodes might be enlarged other than cancer.
I would advise you to see an oncologist. Enlarged lymph nodes can be with or without cancer. Its better to do a PET scan for re-assurance. The PET scan would give you the value of activity happening in the lymph node (cancerous lymph node lights up more on PET scan). I think PET would be good for reassurance.
I hope it helps.
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What Causes Lymph Node Enlargement In The Left Breast Area?
Hi, I would advise you to see an oncologist. Enlarged lymph nodes can be with or without cancer. Its better to do a PET scan for re-assurance. The PET scan would give you the value of activity happening in the lymph node (cancerous lymph node lights up more on PET scan). I think PET would be good for reassurance. I hope it helps. Regards.