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What Causes Swelling On Neck Above Collar Bone?
Posted on
Fri, 27 Feb 2015
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Fri, 27 Feb 2015
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Question : Slight soft swelling on right front of lower neck above collarbone
Brief Answer:
Swelling likely to be lymph node
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcaremagic
Greetings of the day
Dear Ms
The most common cause for swelling in front of neck above collar bone is Lymph node. Many times the lymph nodes enlarge due to non specific inflammation. The react reason and cause can only be attributed by thorough clinical examination from physician.
I would suggest you to consult your physician on routine appointment for clinical examination and assessment.
In the meantime if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy life.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon
Swelling likely to be lymph node
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcaremagic
Greetings of the day
Dear Ms
The most common cause for swelling in front of neck above collar bone is Lymph node. Many times the lymph nodes enlarge due to non specific inflammation. The react reason and cause can only be attributed by thorough clinical examination from physician.
I would suggest you to consult your physician on routine appointment for clinical examination and assessment.
In the meantime if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you and your family a very happy and healthy life.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon
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