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Suggest Remedy For Lumps In Clavicle

I have a hard lump on my clavicle very near the shoulder, about the size of a small olive. It's immovable, not sore to the touch (although it aches a bit *after* I explore it) and the skin around it isn't reddened in any way. I haven't experienced any weakness or lack of mobility in my shoulder. I haven't experienced an injury recently. I am 60, 5'7", and generally in good health. What might it be?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello

Olive size lump over clavicle is generally due to enlarged lymph nodes.
This are the sites of lymph drainage.Lymph nodes in this region may be enlarged due to scalp,ear,throat infection etc.

Generally these conditions only require conservative treatment.
Underlying cause should be treated.You also need clinical examination.
You may need few routine investigations like routine hemogram,random blood sugar.Chest X-ray (PA view) and mantoux test can be done after evaluation.

Proper treatment depend upon findings.

Get well soon.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
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Suggest Remedy For Lumps In Clavicle

Hello Olive size lump over clavicle is generally due to enlarged lymph nodes. This are the sites of lymph drainage.Lymph nodes in this region may be enlarged due to scalp,ear,throat infection etc. Generally these conditions only require conservative treatment. Underlying cause should be treated.You also need clinical examination. You may need few routine investigations like routine hemogram,random blood sugar.Chest X-ray (PA view) and mantoux test can be done after evaluation. Proper treatment depend upon findings. Get well soon. Take Care Dr.Indu Bhushan