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What Does A Tender Lymph Node On The Neck Indicate?

I have lymphadenopathy, had an FNA done, no markers found, early results do not indicate cancer or lymphoma. Am in the middle of a course of Augmentin (5th day on a 10-day course), and no improvement, but rather the lymph node on the right-side of my neck is now tender. Additionally, it appears as though a vein is now raised and tender behind the right ear. I am scheduled for an incisional biopsy a week from tomorrow but am getting concerned...
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

* As per my clinical experience, this indicates secondary changes in the existing lymph node core.
* Till you get the excision biopsy, only analgesic care and avoidance of panic are recommended for you.

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Let me know if I can assist you further.


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What Does A Tender Lymph Node On The Neck Indicate?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. * As per my clinical experience, this indicates secondary changes in the existing lymph node core. * Till you get the excision biopsy, only analgesic care and avoidance of panic are recommended for you. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.