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MRI show inflamed lymph node in neck: What does this mean?

Head & Neck Cancer | Last Active: Dec 6, 2022 | Replies (35)
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@colleenyoung

Hi @afpendergrass94, inflamed or swollen lymph nodes are most commonly a sign of infection. There are many potential causes. You can read more here from Mayo Clinic.

Swollen Lymph Nodes https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/swollen-lymph-nodes/symptoms-causes/syc-20353902

I assume because you posted your question in the Head & Neck Cancer group that you are concerned that this may be a sign of cancer. Do you mind sharing why your doctor ordered the MRI? Have you had a chance to talk to your doctor about the results of the MRI yet?

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afpendergrass94 | @afpendergrass94 | Apr 23, 2021

Yes I had a MRI and it showed a swollen lymph node and inflamed extranodal tissue. The knot has been there for over a year now they gave antibiotics at the beginning of this journey hoping the knot would go away but it has not and it’s getting bigger and now causing discomfort. My other symptoms are drenching night sweats, chills and then get hot, no appetite, feeling queasy, headaches, weight loss, muscle weakness for over a year now, no energy, always tired, hair loss, itchy skin

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