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What Causes Collarbone Pain And Mild Swelling For Months?
I have had collarbone pain and mild swelling for a few months. I had an xray and it showed nothing wrong. now my doctor wants me to have a ct scan. i am concerned about the exposure to radiation, but am afraid not to have the scan in case it is something like bone cancer what should i do
Mon, 20 Apr 2020
Hello,
The most common cause of swelling in the collarbone is reactive lymph nodes. Patients may experience swollen lymph nodes on the sides of their neck during a bout with the cold or flu, but swollen lymph nodes may also occur near the collarbone.
In most situations, the underlying cause of swollen lymph nodes is a virus or bacteria. The CT scan is necessary to exclude other possible causes.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The most common cause of swelling in the collarbone is reactive lymph nodes. Patients may experience swollen lymph nodes on the sides of their neck during a bout with the cold or flu, but swollen lymph nodes may also occur near the collarbone.
In most situations, the underlying cause of swollen lymph nodes is a virus or bacteria. The CT scan is necessary to exclude other possible causes.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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