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A 17-year-old male asked:

I have a big lump at the back of my neck. it's at the upper part of my neck, right where the skull starts. feels like a big bone sticking out.

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Dr. Robert Killiananswered

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Lymphadenitis: This is usually a swollen or infected lymph node. It must be checked out by your family physician.

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