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Son has lump under chin for 9 months with fluctuations in size. had 3 ultrasounds and still unclear whether thyroglossal cyst or lymph node.next step?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Lump: The fact that it fluctuates in size would speak more for a cyst. However, a biopsy might be helpful.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 4/6/2014

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A member asked:

Son has lump under chin for 9 months with fluctuations in size. had 3 ultrasounds and still unclear whether thyroglossal cyst or lymph node.next step?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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