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How To Get Rid Of A Gumball Sized Lump In My Neck?

Hi, I have a small gumball sized lump (but not round, its a little elongated) on the left side of my neck, about 2cm from my jawline. I can feel my pulse in it, and I can move it around a little. It is not painful. Doc thought it was a lymph node, but after two courses of antibiotics and almost 2.5 months, it s still there and getting bigger. I m seeing an ENT tomorrow. I have a STRONG family history of cancer; what should I ask the ENT?
Thu, 10 Dec 2015
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hi.

based from your description, here are my considerations: 1st, it could be a cervical lymphadenopathy secondary to an inflammatory reaction or an infection; 2nd, it could also be a tumor lesion of salivary or thyroid gland in origin. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon or an ENT doctor, for physical examination and consult. diagnostics, such as imaging (neck ultrasound or ct-scan) and tissue diagnosis (thru a biopsy) may be recommended. management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly.

hope this helps.

good day!!

~dr.kaye
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How To Get Rid Of A Gumball Sized Lump In My Neck?

hi. based from your description, here are my considerations: 1st, it could be a cervical lymphadenopathy secondary to an inflammatory reaction or an infection; 2nd, it could also be a tumor lesion of salivary or thyroid gland in origin. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a general surgeon or an ENT doctor, for physical examination and consult. diagnostics, such as imaging (neck ultrasound or ct-scan) and tissue diagnosis (thru a biopsy) may be recommended. management (medical and/or surgical) will be directed accordingly. hope this helps. good day!! ~dr.kaye