A 26-year-old female asked:
Tender hard lump less than dime size on left front neck ?tendons?... tight muscles both sides. pain down to shoulder when touched. not like lymph lump
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Howard Eppsanswered
34 years experience
Get it checked: A long list of things can cause a lump like that - some more serious than others. Since it is painful, you should have it evaluated by your doctor.
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