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What Does A Lump On Side Of The Collarbone Indicate?

I have had a hard non-painful lump on the right side of my collarbone near the center of my neck. I have had the lump for over 5 years but recently it seems to be getting larger. It s about the size of a quarter and protrudes about 1/4-1/2 inch and the collarbone towards my right shoulder (about 3 long) is starting to get harder and protrude. Haven t been to my primary doctor in 3 years, only my psychiatrist, but have been in the ER several times for dehydration from panic attacks. Any idea what this lump is? Thanks! Robin Griswold
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Hi,

In most cases, this is just a swollen lymph node that doesn't require any specific treatment.

Also, considering your description this maybe some other benign subcutaneous lesion such as lipoma, fibroma or atheroma

And if there are no skin changes such as redness, pus discharge or pain and fever then you should not be worried since it can be easily surgically removed under local anesthesia.

Then it there are doubts it can be sent to the patohistologic analysis.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Iven Romic Rommstein, General Surgeon
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What Does A Lump On Side Of The Collarbone Indicate?

Hi, In most cases, this is just a swollen lymph node that doesn t require any specific treatment. Also, considering your description this maybe some other benign subcutaneous lesion such as lipoma, fibroma or atheroma And if there are no skin changes such as redness, pus discharge or pain and fever then you should not be worried since it can be easily surgically removed under local anesthesia. Then it there are doubts it can be sent to the patohistologic analysis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Iven Romic Rommstein, General Surgeon