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Suggest Treatment For Swollen Lymph Nodes On The Side Of The Neck
Question: Hi, I quit chewing tobacco since last 10 days. I am feeling little swollen lymph nodes on the left side of neck. Also I feel little pain when I turn my head to right. Is it symptom of cancer?
Brief Answer:
Hello dear. It may be a sign of cancer.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. Welcome to HCM. I understand your concern. It is good that you have quit. A swollen node can represent cancer and it need to be examined clinically and by needle aspiration test also. However, it can also represent some infection. Please visit a surgeon for needle aspiration test and revert back with the results.
Thanks and regards
Hello dear. It may be a sign of cancer.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear. Welcome to HCM. I understand your concern. It is good that you have quit. A swollen node can represent cancer and it need to be examined clinically and by needle aspiration test also. However, it can also represent some infection. Please visit a surgeon for needle aspiration test and revert back with the results.
Thanks and regards
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