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What Causes Lump On The Side Of Neck?

Hi, I have had a lump on the left side of my neck (posteria cervical node area?)that has been there for about 8 weeks. Previously, it did not hurt at all however, over the last week it has become very sore and uncomfortable. It's got bigger and I have also noticed two more lumps on my right side now. I started getting the odd dizzy spell as soon as I stood up a couple of days ago which have become increasingly worse and now I have become quite tight chested as well. My throat doesn't hurt but my whole neck aches. Any idea what is going on?
Thanks.
Mon, 1 Sep 2014
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1.According to the history - the features suggestive of infective aetiology ( bacterial infection).
2.Tenderness and collection seems localised infection in first possibilities.
3.The next possible cause could be enlarged lymph node with complicated aetiology can not be ruled out - lymph nodal enlargement is generally seen after any systemic / local infection / inflammation.
4.Finally form any gland ( thyroid,submandibular,parotid) - ultrasound neck will help to analyse the nature of lump and its source and extensions.
5.After that by nature an FNAC - fine needle aspiration may or may not be necessary - jut a course of antibiotic might help.
Needs to examine first. Good luck.
Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.
Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.
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What Causes Lump On The Side Of Neck?

Welcome to Health care magic. 1.According to the history - the features suggestive of infective aetiology ( bacterial infection). 2.Tenderness and collection seems localised infection in first possibilities. 3.The next possible cause could be enlarged lymph node with complicated aetiology can not be ruled out - lymph nodal enlargement is generally seen after any systemic / local infection / inflammation. 4.Finally form any gland ( thyroid,submandibular,parotid) - ultrasound neck will help to analyse the nature of lump and its source and extensions. 5.After that by nature an FNAC - fine needle aspiration may or may not be necessary - jut a course of antibiotic might help. Needs to examine first. Good luck. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.