Question 1

i have s knot on the left side of my neck it doesn't hurt?

Accepted Answer

Enlarged node: Sounds like an enlarged lymph node.  If this persists see your doctor.  Will likely try a round of antibiotics and see what happens.  If it persists an fna (fine needle aspirate) to obtain cells for pathology review would be in order.

Question 2

i have a mushy knot on the left side of my neck that is causing pain what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Neck pain: Usually a knot within the muscle tissue is called a "taut band" or tightened up muscle fibers that occur from an injury to the region.

Question 3

i have a soft, movable knot on the left side of my neck. went to dr and they said it isn't a tumor or thyroid. what is it?

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A number of things: The possibilities include a cutanueous skin tag (acrochordon), benign lipoma, cyst, infection, inflammation, and malignancy- either primary from the neck (ie thyroid, lymphoma) or metastatic from another location. Mobile soft are usually terms that correspond to a benign condition - skin tag, cyst, lipoma. Duration of mass, change in size, color are also important. Best to visit ENT if concerned.

Question 4

i've got a swollen knot on my left side of my neck. it's back towards the back of my neck. any concern?

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Can't say: There is not enough info to give any concrete recommendation other than: if you have a knot, nodule, or mass, especially if growing, visit your family doc and let him/her decide on the next step.  Probably nothing bad but you can't tell.

Question 5

i have a large painful knot in the left side of my neck just below the jaw line i'm 45 years old, 200lbs?

Accepted Answer

Need Consultation: This could be anything from a tooth abcess or a tumor.  Have a dentist look at it for you, .

Question 6

i have 2 knots in the lymph node on the left side of my neck. i have taken a zpack and its not any better what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Lymph nodes in neck: The lymph nodes in the neck can take up to a few weeks to come down after an illness.. Even if the illness is properly treated.  If none of your symptoms are improving - you either have been given the wrong antibiotic or you had a viral illness to begin with (most common reason i see why people don't get better after an antibiotic).

Question 7

the left side of my neck was so stiff i had to see a chiropractor. it's much. improved; now on the right side the base of my skull, is a huge knot...?

Accepted Answer

Work it out: It is probably a muscle spasm, brought out by the work on the other side, as both must be in balance. Local heat, stretching, massage, more chiropractic, can all potentially help get rid of this knot. If no relief after a few days, see your doctor for exam and +/- drugs to help.

Question 8

my son is 9 and has had a small knot on the side of his neck on the left side since he was 3 and today it looked bigger,he isn't in bad health and the knot doesn't hurt?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: You need to see your pediatrician.  The lump may be an enlarged lymph node or branchial cleft cyst.   If it becomes red, painful or increases in size rapidly, then you will need to see the doctor urgently.

Question 9

knot onback of neck left side, dizziness, headaches, tingling on left side?

Accepted Answer

Get it evaluated: I do not know whether these issues are related but you should have them evaluated by a doctor.

Question 10

my aunt had a "knot" come up on the left side of her neck.  it's visible from across the room and when feeling of it it seems to be about 1 in or bigger. she has a strong family history of cancer.

Accepted Answer

Evaluation needed: Even without a family history of cancer, palpable lumps in the neck need medical evaluation. Your aunt should see a physician soon, have a thorough evaluation and possibly biopsy. Don't delay. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

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I have s knot on the left side of my neck it doesn't hurt?

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I have a mushy knot on the left side of my neck that is causing pain what could it be?

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I have a soft, movable knot on the left side of my neck. went to dr and they said it isn't a tumor or thyroid. what is it?

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I've got a swollen knot on my left side of my neck. it's back towards the back of my neck. any concern?

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I have a large painful knot in the left side of my neck just below the jaw line i'm 45 years old, 200lbs?

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I have 2 knots in the lymph node on the left side of my neck. i have taken a zpack and its not any better what should i do?

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The left side of my neck was so stiff i had to see a chiropractor. it's much. improved; now on the right side the base of my skull, is a huge knot...?

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My son is 9 and has had a small knot on the side of his neck on the left side since he was 3 and today it looked bigger,he isn't in bad health and the knot doesn't hurt?

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Knot onback of neck left side, dizziness, headaches, tingling on left side?

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My aunt had a "knot" come up on the left side of her neck. it's visible from across the room and when feeling of it it seems to be about 1 in or bigger. she has a strong family history of cancer.

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