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A 24-year-old female asked:

Hard lump in neck ct scan with contrast came back unremarkable, what can this be? can this still be cancer? with clear ct?

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Dr. Christian Schultheisanswered

Hematology and Oncology 26 years experience

Unlikely: May be muscle you are feeling. Doubt malignancy if ct scan normal. Hope this helps.

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