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What Does This Test Result Of Supraclavicular Lymph Node Indicate?
clinical diagnosis of rt. supraclavicular lymph node.smears shows dispersed mature lymphocytes,transform lymphocytes,histiocytes and tangible body macrophage on hemorrhagic back ground.impression is benign non specific reactive lymphadentitis.USG report shows B/L enlarged supraclavicular lymph nodes.esr-38%,serun ada-12.2 u/l.kindly advice where to go from here?
after studying serum ada levels, it may be raised in tuberculosis, I may suggest you to talk to your doctor if he considers this a possibility. A chest x ray, Mantoux test may be needed and PCr chain tests for confirmation if your doctor agrees.This may be treated with anti-TB drugs once it is confirmed.Also watch for your weight, record temperature twice daily and chart it for a week.Any loss in weight,loss of appetite may be watched. Consult a TB and chest physician for diagnosis and treatment best wishes,
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What Does This Test Result Of Supraclavicular Lymph Node Indicate?
after studying serum ada levels, it may be raised in tuberculosis, I may suggest you to talk to your doctor if he considers this a possibility. A chest x ray, Mantoux test may be needed and PCr chain tests for confirmation if your doctor agrees.This may be treated with anti-TB drugs once it is confirmed.Also watch for your weight, record temperature twice daily and chart it for a week.Any loss in weight,loss of appetite may be watched. Consult a TB and chest physician for diagnosis and treatment best wishes,