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This morning i felt a small lump on my upper neck by my throat ... it also hurt a little bit. what would cause that?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not sure: Without getting an exam, there is no way to to tell exactly what the lump is/was. It may be a lymph node which are commonly found in the neck area and can become inflamed with infections, both viral and bacterial. If it persists, see a dr. For an eval, best wishes.

Answered 6/15/2013

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