Suggest Treatment For Bump Above Collarbone

Posted on Sat, 9 May 2015

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Sat, 9 May 2015 Answered on

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Question : I have this bump ( tender , does NOT hurt ) on the inside of neck on right side below ear, above collarbone. Necks feels a bit warm all over, sore on right side below ear & around bump. I do not have fever. Feel drainage in right nasal passage. Any clue what this is?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Michelle Gibson (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
it may be a lymph node

Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

It may be a lymph node.

These are found in different areas of the body including the neck.

They are part of the immune system and respond as a result of inflammation or infection in a particular area.
The nodes in the neck would respond to any issues with the ears, nose , throat, face mainly.

It can take 4 to 6 weeks in some cases, for the nodes to return to normal size.

I Hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Michelle Gibson (2 hours later)

What would cause it? I'm feeling sore around the back of my neck & especially on the right side , where the tender bump is. I don't have a fever at all...don't think it is a cold or sinusitis . I'm confused & anxious .. I will check with my primary dr, by the way. Only wanted some more insight on this.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Michelle Gibson (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
that is a good idea

Detailed Answer:
HI

That is a good idea, he or she would be able to examine the area to determine if it is a lymph node and determine the likely cause if this the case

Please feel free to ask any other questions

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar