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Right level II cervical lymphadenopathy
I have the right level II cervical lymphadenopathy (1.5x1.5 cm), mobile and non-tender. FNAC revealed granulomatous inflammation with necrosis. Mantoux test and chest X-ray normal. AFB negative. In MDR-TB (CB-NAAT) test report
Also Mycobacterium tuberculosis Not Detected.I took antibiotics for 15 days. 2 months completed.No increase in swelling.However some swelling still persists. presently taking only supplements prescribed e.g. as water soluble curcumin and multivitamin. The doctor prescribed a PET scan. What would be the further treatment line.Thanks in advance🙏
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As the FNAC confirmed that it is necrotic granulomatous node it's better to go for biopsy and then hpe for further management..or else go for 2nd opinion fnac
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Go for pet scan or wait and watch
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