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What Does A Small Growth On Neck Indicate?
My 6-year-old son has a small growth on the right side of his neck. Its about the size of a large pea & feels almost soft...like a pea. Its not firm. It almost feels like a bubble that would be easy to pop. It isnt where the lymph nodes are in the neck & it doesnt seem to be overly painful. I dont know a whole lot about his family medical history as we just adopted him earlier this year. Is this growth anything to worry about?
Tue, 27 Jan 2015
Hello
Most common cause of swelling in side of neck is enlarged lymph node. There are various compartments in neck according to which lymph nodes are grouped. The way you described the swelling it seems to be lymph node.
I would suggest you to observe the swelling and consult your physician if it increases in size or getting painful. If you are much worried you can consult right now.
Regards
Most common cause of swelling in side of neck is enlarged lymph node. There are various compartments in neck according to which lymph nodes are grouped. The way you described the swelling it seems to be lymph node.
I would suggest you to observe the swelling and consult your physician if it increases in size or getting painful. If you are much worried you can consult right now.
Regards
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