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How Can A Hard Clavicle Lump With Swelling Be Treated?

Hi, Just found a rock hard lump above my clavicle, right side of my neck. It doesn't move when I swallow or breathe and is about the size of a marble. I only noticed it because i was applying gel for a sore neck / headache. I used the gel 2 weeks ago (would have used it sooner but ran out) and the lump was not there before. My glands under my arms / throat are not sore nor is the lump unless I press on it lots of course. Is this just a swollen gland which I can ignore or should I see someone before Christmas. Just making sure I don't go in to see someone then find out it is something silly like a swollen gland that is very normal for that area. Thanks!
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Welcome to Health care magic.

1. Possible cause according to your history - hard lump, supra clavicle - its lipoma ( fat contain lesion / lump).
2.Only thing you have to do is do not squeeze or compress the lesion, leave it alone and monitor for few months if there is any change.
3.Any growth or pain symptoms - attention needed other wise you can ignore it.
4.No its disturbing in your mind - then get an ultrasound examination of the lesion - that will help to identify the nature of the lump, its source and extension.
5.Maintain local hygiene. Good luck.

Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health.
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How Can A Hard Clavicle Lump With Swelling Be Treated?

Welcome to Health care magic. 1. Possible cause according to your history - hard lump, supra clavicle - its lipoma ( fat contain lesion / lump). 2.Only thing you have to do is do not squeeze or compress the lesion, leave it alone and monitor for few months if there is any change. 3.Any growth or pain symptoms - attention needed other wise you can ignore it. 4.No its disturbing in your mind - then get an ultrasound examination of the lesion - that will help to identify the nature of the lump, its source and extension. 5.Maintain local hygiene. Good luck. Hope it helps you. Wish you a good health. Anything to ask ? do not hesitate. Thank you.