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lymph node

Will a swollen lymph node in the neck show up in CT Scan?
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Felt...
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When you use the term "palpated" what does that mean....sorry if im getting to specific, but just trying to learn.
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lol
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If one has swollen lymph nodes due to HIV they can be palpated and don't need x-rayed to be diagnosed.
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*neck
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it depends on where its at.definitely not in the check.

x-ray would more than likely be used. for ones you cant see.
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Yea i know, but im just wondering if it would show up on a CT scan.....
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You don't need a CT Scan for a doctor to diagnose a swollen lymph node.
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