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What Could Be The Lump On Right Side Of Neck?

Lump, right side of neck, 1 1/2 inches below skull, 2 1/2 inches from right ear towards spine, size is about a kidney bean. feels deep, hurts to touch, feels as though my hair is getting pulled in that area. I am 43, male, neck surgery (lamenectomy) in 2008.
Notice 3 days ago, seems to be getting bigger, more painful. Recent bad acne on scalp.
Fri, 24 Apr 2015
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It may be a lymph node which is has become prominent due to mild infections. Please take a broad spectrum antibiotic course like tab. Amoxycillin and clavulanate 625mg three times a day for 5 to 7 days. For pain relief you can take pain killer. Hope you will get well soon.
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What Could Be The Lump On Right Side Of Neck?

It may be a lymph node which is has become prominent due to mild infections. Please take a broad spectrum antibiotic course like tab. Amoxycillin and clavulanate 625mg three times a day for 5 to 7 days. For pain relief you can take pain killer. Hope you will get well soon.