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Will The Lymph Node In Submental And Submandibular Area Be Large For Ever?

Hi,I have large lymphnode in submental and submandibular area since long time may be more than a year. I did ultrasound two days before which showed size of node 13mm. before I didnt do any investigation.The node is painless,with no other sign and symptom.Is it possible that node once became large will be permanently remain large.Regard.Shkvkvan
Mon, 10 Mar 2014
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Well, there can be many reasons for the lymphnode enlargement and the more common one being a dental focus of infection, and once it is treated, the lymphnode will disappear!!
Please meet your dentist for examination and further advice.
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Will The Lymph Node In Submental And Submandibular Area Be Large For Ever?

Hello Well, there can be many reasons for the lymphnode enlargement and the more common one being a dental focus of infection, and once it is treated, the lymphnode will disappear!! Please meet your dentist for examination and further advice. Thanks