What Could Be The Reason I Have A Lump On My Neck With No Symptoms?

Posted on Mon, 8 Jun 2020

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Question : I have a lump on my neck, with no symptoms. I’ve had it for a few weeks now and didn’t think much of it but i want a second opinion before I go to the doctors

Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (10 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Please give details and post actual photographs.

Detailed Answer:
Hi.
Thanks for your query.
Noted the history albeit short.
Please give additional information for me to assist you better:
Details of lump: (noted that you have mentioned no symptoms)
Size of the lump?
Is is XXXXXXX or fixed either to skin or muscles deep within?
Has the skin any dimple or black spot in the center?
Any tenderness (pain on pressure/handling)?
Post clear and focused photos in different angles if it is visible.

Awaiting for your detailed feedback and photos.

Dr T Chandrakant.
General Surgeon.

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

Follow up: Dr. T Chandrakant (17 minutes later)

Very small but noticeable when I run my hand down my neck to feel for it

No pressure or pain

Answered by Dr. T Chandrakant (9 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Most probably lipoma or sebaceous cyst

Detailed Answer:
The commonest reasons for such painless small lump are as follows:
Lipoma
Sebaceous cyst.
Both are benign, slowly growing.
Sebaceous cyst may resolve on its own.
Lipoma needs no active treatment.
W/F: Watch for:
Increase in size.
Pain or tenderness.
Skin color.
Any other symptoms.

I hope this answers your query.
Give feedback once you see your Doctor.

Dr T Chandrakant.
General Surgeon

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