A member asked:

I have a hard painless lump on the left side of my neck. blood results have come back normal. currently awaiting an appointment for a biopsy. should i?

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Dr. Patrick Sweet III answered

Specializes in Pathology

Tissue's The Issue: Assessment of the formed elements in your blood along with serum assays do not rule out the existence of a benign or malignant tumor, congenital lesion, autoimmune process or atypical infection. A biopsy is needed. Sometimes imaging may help narrow the differential but finally a biopsy is likely to settle this question.

Answered 12/18/2012

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Dr. Klaus d Lessnau answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Yes: No big deal less painful than the dentist.

Answered 1/1/2013

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