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Single soft painless lump on the right side of the neck near clavicular head. slow-growing, smaller than an inch and oval shaped. what could it be?

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Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

Neck mass: You did not mention how big. There are many causes for a neck mass. You should have your neck evaluated by your doctor.

Dr Ihle agreed

Answered 7/14/2014

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Dr. Thomas Knecht answered

See a doctor: Hi. It sounds suspicious for a lymph node. It could also be a thyroid nodule. I suggest you see your doctor and discuss! Please don't ignore this! Good luck!

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 7/15/2014

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A member asked:

Single soft painless lump on the right side of the neck near clavicular head. slow-growing, smaller than an inch and oval shaped. what could it be?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Suzanne Galli answered

Dr Ihle agreed

Dr. Thomas Knecht answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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