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Node in the armpit..from 2 months
M from india
I suffered from infection in my lungs that is tuberculosis
I completed my 9month course
Now i have node in my armpit its hard and immobile of 5-6 cm
And i start feeling the slight pain also in armpit area
And feel like something is stretching my veins from armpit to collar bone
M of 23yr femal
Plzz help in detail
M very worried
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Lymph node could be affected by tuberculosis, a term called Tuberculous lymphadenitis. A biopsy can confirm the diagnosis. If the node is large it can obstruct the lymphatic and venous drainage, which can cause swelling and enlarged veins.
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a biopsy of the node
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restart anti tuberculosis treatment may be required
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