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What Causes Itching Sensation And Tenderness Near Collarbone?

I am a 30 year old woman and had a tetanus shot administered last Thursday (five days ago). On Sunday evening I noticed a slight itching and then tenderness near my left collarbone. I felt around and have found a small (the size of a marble, but not quite as round) lump on the top side of my collarbone. The lump is hard, but I can move it back and forth. It is tender to touch. I have also been battling a cold (now more of a cough, stuffy nose, sinus stuffiness/ache) for about 16 days. I did take Azythromycin which initially helped my sinus issues, but didn t take away the cough. My throat is sore and my glands seem swollen currently. I have not had a fever or chills. I have had night sweats on and off for the last 7 years and have not experienced an increase with this cold. I have an appointment with a general practitioner on Friday, but am full of anxiety about a possible serious condition.
Fri, 24 Apr 2015
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hi,
the small lump on the collarbone that moves could well be a lymphnode, the best advice is to get its biopsy done so that you become clear on the status of this lump. Let me assure you that majority of the times its infection, but in a few cases it may be a type of malignancy indicator.
do not waste time on this and get yourself examined.
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What Causes Itching Sensation And Tenderness Near Collarbone?

Hi, the small lump on the collarbone that moves could well be a lymphnode, the best advice is to get its biopsy done so that you become clear on the status of this lump. Let me assure you that majority of the times its infection, but in a few cases it may be a type of malignancy indicator. do not waste time on this and get yourself examined.