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What Are The Reasons For Having Swollen Lymph Nodes Above Arm With A Family History Of Having Lymphoma?
My 54yo husband has swollen lymph nodes on each side right above the crease in his arm, my mother had lymphoma close to that area and we are just a little worried. He has an apt with the doctor in 3 days, any ideas would be appreciated many thanks?
Mon, 3 Mar 2014
There are many other causes of lymph node enlargement other than lymphoma. if they are tender they may be inflamatory, if they have a rubbery feel one could suspect of lymphoma. if the lymph nodes are matted they may be tubercular. Examination of these is important and may need to be investigated.
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