Mica,

I am as far from an alarmist as you will find on here. That said, I don't see the "walnut sizes gland" addressed in any of the other posts, so here goes. If it is still there get to the doctor. My medical knowledge is somewhat limited but I believe there are quite a few lymph nodes in the neck, underarm and groin areas. I think they are closer to the surface and present better, but that is a guess. Lumps and bumps anywhere on your body should be received with greater suspicion at this point and an 80 mile drive should not keep you from the appropriate follow-up with your doctors. Don't get me wrong, my surgeon is 60 miles away and I know it sucks, but you gotta do what you gotta do.

Glenn