Enlarged lymph nodes

FormerMember
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i had breast cancer 2015 small lump it had gone to 2 lymph nodes. At last meeting with Consultant to discuss mammogram which was clear I casually added that my armpit is sore/ uncomfortable. Immediately suggested an ultrasound . Found a large lymph node so took 2 biopsies. Had a meeting today to discuss results which was mixed really. Biopsy has come back clear NO CANCER BUT they are worried as lymph node is big so I’ve had another 3 biopsies and a CT scan planned . 

Any one been there? Can you just naturally have large lymph nodes? I did have a load of insect bites in that arm but way back in October surely the infection would not have lasted all this time. 

Id be interested to hear if anyone has had similar problem

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  • Hi 

    It's great news that your mammogram and biopsy were both clear but I can understand why you'd now be worried having found a large lymph node.

    I can't answer your question but noticed that you hadn't had any response to your post. By replying to you it will nudge it back to the top of the page where it might be seen by someone who can answer your question. I'm also tagging  into my reply to you as she looks after this group and might be able to help further.

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  • FormerMember
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    Hi  

    Its good to know there is no cancer but still checking out what the problem might be. It may be something as simple as an infection, the nurse explained them to me as like a drainage that stops infections etc from spreading around the body. You may just need some antibiotics.

    Let us know how you get on xx