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Left side of neck swelling goes away when laying down then starts swelling when i get up. what could this be?
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Vascular malf: This could be a vascular malformation - for example a venous malformation that is swelling when dependent. See your physician for a good history and physical to determine exactly what you have.
Answered 2/13/2013
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