Should A Lump On The Back Of Neck And Constipation Be A Cause Of Worry?

Posted on Tue, 24 Mar 2015

Question: three months ago I found a lump on the back of my neck on the right side a little above the hairline. I also had some constipation around that time. Should I be worried?

Answered by Dr. Nilesh Soni (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Nothing to worry

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM.
I have read your history carefully.

The lump behind the neck is mostly likely a lymph node. Occipital lymph nodes may enlarge due to infection of ear or throat, bug bite of scalp, pediculosis or dandruff. Enlargement subside once the cause is cured. Enlarged Lymph node in this area is mostly not a reason to worry.
Your problem of constipation should not be related to this.

I hope I have answered your question to your satisfaction.
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