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Non-movable Nodule On The Neck. Basal Cell Carcinoma Removed From The Back. Whom Should I Consult?
I have a hard non-moveable nodual on the left front side of my neck. I noticed it a little over a month ago. My neck is not swollen or red but the lump is a bit tender to push on. A NP who I see for neck arthritis/degenerative disease pain felt it and thought it was along a line of lymph nodes and thought it was about 1cm. She recommeded I seek further care I had a basil cell carcinoma removed from my back March 2013 and now have a scar about 3 inches long.
I know I should see someone but I dont know where to start. I am concerned about money and want to spend my dollars as wisely as I can. Do I consult the dermatologist who did my cancer surgery, a ear-nose and throat dr or go to a general purpose dr or wait to see if it just goes away ? I am a 51 yr old female.Thank you for your opinion.
I know I should see someone but I dont know where to start. I am concerned about money and want to spend my dollars as wisely as I can. Do I consult the dermatologist who did my cancer surgery, a ear-nose and throat dr or go to a general purpose dr or wait to see if it just goes away ? I am a 51 yr old female.Thank you for your opinion.
Wed, 15 May 2013
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From your description it seems that it is neck node. Since it is tender it is more likely due to some infection and less likely to be cancer. Neck nodes usually appear due to some problem in head and neck area.
So my advise is you consult your ENT doctor.
Also it is unlikely to be realated to Basal cell carcinoma of back.
Regards
Welcome to healthcaremagic
From your description it seems that it is neck node. Since it is tender it is more likely due to some infection and less likely to be cancer. Neck nodes usually appear due to some problem in head and neck area.
So my advise is you consult your ENT doctor.
Also it is unlikely to be realated to Basal cell carcinoma of back.
Regards
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