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A 39-year-old male asked:

Lump (3mm) in tendon rear side of the neck, only palpable if raise the arm, moves easily if raise the arm and not in tension. don't hurt. what can be?

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Dr. Martin Raffanswered

Infectious Disease 56 years experience

Probably lymph node: But since cannot see and examine this you should see a doctor and have this examined and if necessary biopsied. Good luck.

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