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Hi i have had a medium sized lump on the left side of my neck for the last 2 days. it feels swollen and quite sensitive. any idea what it is?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Lump: most likely a lymph node. Solitary Lymph node don't mean a whole lot unless they don't go away. Possible throat infection? see a doctor with worsening symptoms like sore throat and fever or if it doesn't go away.

Dr Mckinley agreed

Answered 11/10/2017

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A member asked:

Hi i have had a medium sized lump on the left side of my neck for the last 2 days. it feels swollen and quite sensitive. any idea what it is?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Dr Mckinley agreed

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