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Is There A Gland Below The Skull Which Will Get Swollen If Applied Excessive Massage?
Hi, may i know if there s gland just below the nape/skull that will get swollen if applied execessive massage/rubbing? Because i notice a lump quite hard of a golf ball size behind my neck last night. It s itchy and feel warm and aching a bit. I applied ice wrapped in towel to cool it down but today the lump and itch and hard is still there. What shall i do? Thank you.
Fri, 13 Feb 2015
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Lymph node swellings are the common swelling/lump found back in the nape of neck sometimes associated with pain. So, if it subsides on its own, you need not worry. If not visit a surgeon for examination. All the best.
Lymph node swellings are the common swelling/lump found back in the nape of neck sometimes associated with pain. So, if it subsides on its own, you need not worry. If not visit a surgeon for examination. All the best.
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