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Recently had MRI Pelvis Scan, which stated: Hi, Can someone explain what this means: Solitary sub centimeter right sided mesorectal lymph node seen as well as bilateral borderline inguinal nodes with preservation of normal node architecture in keeping with reactive nodes. Also, impression of slight mural thickening of the rectum.
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Was I wrong in thinking that because they are reactive there was no need for a biopsy? Also, is the mesorectal node due to the rectum thickening? Is the fact that it's solitary and location something of a concern?
Was I wrong in thinking that because they are reactive there was no need for a biopsy? Also, is the mesorectal node due to the rectum thickening? Is the fact that it's solitary and location something of a concern?
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Lymphadenopathy (swollen lymph nodes) is usually caused by a viral or bacterial infection. Other causes include allergic reactions or some malignancy. You should get a FNAB (fine needle aspiration biopsy) of the lymph nodes which should be got done after consulting a physician. FNAB is aspiration of the material of the glands which is done by a fine gauge needle (22 or 25 gauge) and a syringe. Then the material is looked under the microscope to confirm the diagnosis.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.