A member asked:

My mom has a lump on her neck, seeming like an adam's apple. it's movable but painful. should we have it checked right away?

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Yes: It could be a lymph node or thyroid nodule.

Answered 2/10/2014

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Yes: She should be evaluated by a physician, she could have an inflammation of her thyroid which needs to be treated. Good luck!

Answered 2/10/2014

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Dr. Quang Nguyen answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Yes: Absolutely get this checked out. Any new mass should be evaluated by a physician.

Answered 3/31/2014

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