I have a lump in my neck for the last 2 weeks, i have been to the doc and he says that it is a lymph as a result of a recent viral infection that i had, only it hasnt gone, it has got a lot lot smaller and is almost gone, should i go back to doc as it hasnt gone totally...
2006-12-06 06:55:50 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
I am only 26, have i/net research on cancer, dont think i have but am crapping my pants!
2006-12-06 07:05:35 · update #1
For Sandee - its on Left side about 1 inch above my shoulder
2006-12-06 07:07:26 · update #2
In response to your (kind xx) answers its abou 0.5mm big and does not hurt am going back to docs now at weekend - eddie you have scared the life out of me!!!
2006-12-06 07:17:45 · update #3
Well if it is going down then the doctor is probably right. Keep and eye on it though and if it is not gone in ten days then return to your doctor again
2006-12-06 07:04:47 · answer #1 · answered by boomedly 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would be extremely careful of lumps in your neck. Usually that is the first sign of lymphoma, a type of cancer. Now don't get all upset and run off claiming you have cancer. Hodgkins usually isn't more than a nuisance if diagnosed early enough.
And then again it could be just one of your lymph nodes hasn't totally gone back to its normal size yet.
2006-12-06 15:07:31 · answer #2 · answered by Athera78 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You haven't said whereabouts in your neck the lump is so I presume it's at the front on one side. It is shrinking so give it a few more days before going back to see your Doctor. You have to give your body enough time to recover from infections. I think you are worried in case it may be Cancer. People who drink alcohol regularly are more susceptible.
2006-12-06 15:05:01 · answer #3 · answered by Sandee 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, if it is worrying you then please go back, i would. Its for your peace of mind and you need to know. Have you had any tests to prove that it is a lymph? - if not then get a second opinion. Its a good sign that its got smaller - is it painful? always check for any changes. Its up to you at the end of the day but for peace of mind - i would go back. Hope this helps and hope it goes.
Love Sarah
2006-12-06 15:07:56 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I had one of those and it turned out to be a Mantel cell Lymphoma, I am having Chemo to sort it out but it is non curable, it only gives me a few more years to live. I hope and pray that yours is not the same as mine.Good luck. Eddie
2006-12-06 15:07:51 · answer #5 · answered by bty937915 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
go back to your docs if you are worried but my friend had a lump on her neck and it was just a fluid filled cyst, she had it removed and is fine
lol
xxxxxx
2006-12-06 15:08:29 · answer #6 · answered by lola 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have one of those that never goes down. I've had it for years. They can be caused by a lot of things including allergies. I don't think you should worry.
2006-12-06 15:00:05 · answer #7 · answered by ThatLady 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a second opinion from a different doctor.
2006-12-06 15:18:38 · answer #8 · answered by richard_beckham2001 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If yuo are worried about it deffinetly go back to the doctors, if only to put your mind at ease...
2006-12-06 14:58:36 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
a friends mother inlaw had one of those.........It turned out to be cancer. You should have it checked immediately
2006-12-06 14:58:31 · answer #10 · answered by sweetkas_69 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋