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Does Basal Cell Diagnosis Require Further Tests Apart From A Ct Scan?
I had a basal cell carcinoma removed from my scalp. I also have 2 visible and palpable cervical lymph nodes. All the doctors I have spoken to said they feel normal and that they are nothing to worry about. I ve also had a ct scan that showed no lymphadenpathy. The biggest 2 lymph nodes seen were the jugular digastric level 3 nodes both right and left. They measured at 15mm X 6mm and 10mm X 5mm. All of normal morphology and have a fatty hilum. Do you think I should explore further due to the basal cell diagnosis? Also can poking and prodding them cause them to stick out more?
Fri, 5 Jan 2018
Hi
Apart from CT scan
basal cell carcinoma (BCC) can be diagnosedbwith a skin biopsy. Your dermatologist can perform this procedure during an office visit. A skin biopsy should not cause anxiety.
Regards
DR DE
Apart from CT scan
basal cell carcinoma (BCC) can be diagnosedbwith a skin biopsy. Your dermatologist can perform this procedure during an office visit. A skin biopsy should not cause anxiety.
Regards
DR DE
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