Ask Your Health Question. Health Experts Answer You ASAP.

(Not a Health Question?)

what is the small lump on my neck?
Sent to Health Experts August 24 01:18 AM

A few weeks ago i noticed a small lump on the right side of my neck. It is very minor (about the size of a dime) and can only be seen if someone is looking for it, especially when i turn to the side. Along with the lump, I have recently had an ongoing small cough with flem that will not go away. I feel as though it is tougher than it once was to take a deep breath. on top of that, i have noticed light color skin blotches on my shoulders. I am not sure if the skin impairment is related, but it may be. what could be wrong?

 

Optional Information:
Male, Age: 26, Nevada

Already Tried:
Nothing as of yet but i am planning a Dr.'s apt. if necessary

Customer (name blocked for privacy)
Status:  Closed   Value: $15
Answer
August 24 2:54 AM (1 hour and 36 minutes and 16 seconds later)
         
REPLIEDCheck Mark
Hi,
While without a physical examination it is tough to be sure, I would consider the possibilities of a either a lymph node, OR a lipoma (fat tumor), OR a thyroid swelling (if it moves with swallowing).
I believe that a physical examination by your physician should help in differentiating these causes and starting appropriate treatment,
Cough could be a related problem to lymphnode swelling,
Regards
Dr. Gupta
MD doc -- Doctor (MD)97% Positive Feedback on 4662 Health Accepts
Physician.
Reply
August 27 2:31 AM (2 days and 23 hours later)
         
Reply to Gaurav Gupta's Post: Thank you for your timely response. There are a few other symptoms i would like to reveal. My neck seems mildly swollen and i can now actually grasp what feels like fatty tissue under the skin. I have also started to feel more tired during the day. could this be something more serious than Lipoma or a lymph node problem?
Customer (name blocked for privacy)
Answer
August 27 6:25 AM (3 hours and 53 minutes and 24 seconds later)
         
THIS ANSWER IS LOCKED!
You can view this answer by clicking here to Register or Login and paying $3.
MD doc -- Doctor (MD)97% Positive Feedback on 4662 Health Accepts
Physician.
Think you can answer this question?
Login or Become an Expert

Related Answers

 

DISCLAIMER: You acknowledge that any information you may obtain from individuals you contact through use of the JustAnswer service comes from those individuals, not from JustAnswer, and that JustAnswer is not in any way responsible for any of the information these third parties may supply. The site and services are provided "as is" with no warranty and no representations are made regarding the qualification of an Expert. Responses and comments on JustAnswer are for general information and are not intended to substitute for informed professional advice (such as medical, legal, investment or accounting) and do not establish a professional-client relationship. JustAnswer is not intended or designed to address EMERGENCY QUESTIONS which should be directed immediately by telephone or in-person to qualified professionals. Please carefully read the Terms of Service.

JustAnswer > Online Health Advice