I had swollen lymph nodes measuring 1.2 by 0.7 cm in the posterior neck. The FNAC report is reactive. I have two blood reports, one from 27 February and one from 21 April. Is there anything I need to worry about? The node has been persistent for six months.

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Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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A reactive node usually means your body fought an infection like throat or viral, and the node enlarged as a response. Since it is not growing and FNAC is normal, it is likely harmless. But as it is been 6 months, keep an eye. If it grows, becomes painful or new nodes appear, follow up again.

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