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ct scan of thorax

ct of thorax shows bilateral axillary lymph nodes
what does this mean?

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907672 tn?1381025723
Sorry, meant axillary, not ancillary.  (Darned auto fill.)
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907672 tn?1381025723
Ancillary lymph nodes are the nodes found under your armpits.  Bilateral just means on both sides.  Everyone has lymph nodes in this area.  
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