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

Posted by afpendergrass94 @afpendergrass94, Apr 23, 2021

What does it mean when an MRI scan shows inflamed lymph node tissue in your neck. I have had this knot in my neck behind my right ear for quite some time now and it is only getting bigger and starting to cause discomfort. I have more symptoms as well.

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stephanie101 | @stephanie101 | Aug 25, 2022
In reply to @sandralea58 "BTW.. which flavor of Boost did you prefer? Is it available only online, or could you..." + (show)
@sandralea58

BTW.. which flavor of Boost did you prefer? Is it available only online, or could you buy it in store. What store? Thanks in advance!!

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You GOT this! you sound just like me "knowledge" is key stay organized with it all. I love and wish we had a Team approach, my husband had that when he was in ICU. And like my Husband he still enjoys his fishing with his son! And yes, do what you can NOW go places cause we are missing our yearly getaway's. The Boost he preferred the dark chocolate and I purchased it through Amazon. I would try a small pack to see what he likes best. Everyone is different. God bless and much luck keep us posted.

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rlp63 | @rlp63 | Aug 25, 2022
In reply to @sandralea58 "BTW.. which flavor of Boost did you prefer? Is it available only online, or could you..." + (show)
@sandralea58

BTW.. which flavor of Boost did you prefer? Is it available only online, or could you buy it in store. What store? Thanks in advance!!

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The Boost that has 530 calories in 8 ounce containers (which is far more than any other per ounce) only comes in 2 flavors. In the feeding tube it doesn't matter much but I always went with the Very Vanilla flavor over the Strawberry. Now that I drink them I still prefer the vanilla and I actually pour it into a glass and then add a little Premier Protein drink or milk to thin it a little as it is very thick. The only way you can get this Boost (Very High Calorie) is by ordering it. I would highly recommend it as I have tried other nutritional drinks and to get any serious calories you spend your whole day feeding yourself. Good luck

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rlp63 | @rlp63 | Aug 25, 2022
In reply to @sandralea58 "We are in Victoria, BC and there is a team approach. ENT Cancer Surgeon, Radiology Oncologist,..." + (show)
@sandralea58

We are in Victoria, BC and there is a team approach. ENT Cancer Surgeon, Radiology Oncologist, Radiologist, Pathologist.. etc. I believe we are in the right place. Surgery has not been mentioned, and it makes sense that if it is HPV16 caused, that radiation is the preferred treatment. He has no other symptoms and does not have risk factors, ie, doesn’t smoke, drinks seldom, no other underlying health problems. I appears we have caught it early. He has a swollen lymph node. The tonsil tumor is 1.8 so is small.. he will find out more after the needle biopsy. Treatment to start within 24 days of biopsy. It’s been a whirlwind of emotion and information. I am preparing myself with knowledge and trying to stay organized and focused to keep me from breaking down. My big fear is that COVID is circulating like crazy, and we both have managed to avoid it, and we certainly cannot afford to get it now. Masking up and avoiding crowds. He is currently out fishing on the west coast with a friend.. doing what he loves to do. We plan on taking some time during the lapse time to enjoy life and try to nourish our bodies and mind as much as we can. He isn’t the information person, and I will share this closer to the time of his treatment so he isn’t taken by surprise. Until then, we will just pray for the best outcomes possible. Health blessings to you. Thank you for responding.

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Mine too was HPV related and caught early. Mine started growing rapidly after discovery. (lymph gland) From about 1 cm to about 5 cm in 3 months. I was lucky in that I did not require dental work either as I already had dentures but some require dental extractions. Good news is the prognosis for success is high. Bad news is the radiation.... It is a rough solution to the problem and your husband will never even know that he had cancer but he will never forget the treatment. I luckily did not get Covid until over 2 years after my treatment and I had the vaccine and booster so it was no big deal. I was down and out while the country was shut down for Covid. Again good luck and God Bless.

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michael3319 | @michael3319 | Sep 20, 2022
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@colleenyoung

Michael, thanks for taking the time to post your experience and why you chose to get a biopsy rather than wait. Did you have any treatment after surgery?

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Yes, 30 radiation treatments with 2 weeks of hospitalization.
Level of radiation was high so the effects apparently were strong. But, it was worth it because I am still ticking today

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kelseympnst | @kelseympnst | Dec 6, 2022

In my MRIs I had swollen lymph nodes too could be for several reason upcoming or just had a cold infection I wouldn’t worry about it

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