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Are multiple neck lumps that appear rather suddenly considered dangerous? she has 4. one lump is very hard, behind ear. two new ones in past 2 days

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Dr. Michael Sanders answered

Specializes in Pulmonology

See below: I would certainly get that checked sooner than later. Could be infectious, could also be a malignancy. Any recent illness? Cat scratch or something similar? Any other symptoms?

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/25/2017

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A member asked:

Are multiple neck lumps that appear rather suddenly considered dangerous? she has 4. one lump is very hard, behind ear. two new ones in past 2 days

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Sanders answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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