Question 121 · LEK · Diagnostics
Indicate the false statement:
- A. in adults the lymph modes are considered significantly enlarged if their diameter is ≥ 2 cm.
- B. generalized lymphadenopathy may indicate systemic disease.
- C. hard lymph nodes suggest the presence of neoplastic metastases, lymphoma or chronic leukemia.
- D. lymph nodes painful on palpation may suggest neoplastic process.
- E. lymph nodes unmovable against the skin and deep tissues suggest chronic inflammation or neoplastic process.
Hint
Think which feature of a lymph node points to an acute inflammatory reaction rather than to malignancy.
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