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What Is The Small Lump Near The Center Of My Body?
I ve had a silly cough (dry) with no other symptoms of a cold (like headache, pressure, aches, chest heaviness, etc.) for two weeks. I do; however, have a small lump near the center of my body in line with the clavicle bones (might also be described as at the base, base of my neck). Ideas?
Tue, 10 Mar 2015
Hello
Lump at the base of neck may be due to enlarged lymph nodes.There are many lymph nodes in this region for lymphatic drainage.
Generally lymph node are enlarged due to infection/inflammation in scalp,face,ear or throat.These region proper clinical examination to search for cause.
Mostly these are due to benign reasons and disappear with treatment of underlying cause.
So,you should consult your physician for proper evaluation.Your problem may be related to throat infection.
Get well soon.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
Lump at the base of neck may be due to enlarged lymph nodes.There are many lymph nodes in this region for lymphatic drainage.
Generally lymph node are enlarged due to infection/inflammation in scalp,face,ear or throat.These region proper clinical examination to search for cause.
Mostly these are due to benign reasons and disappear with treatment of underlying cause.
So,you should consult your physician for proper evaluation.Your problem may be related to throat infection.
Get well soon.
Take Care
Dr.Indu Bhushan
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