I have two lumps on the side of my neck they're quite big but not sore or anything you cant see them just feel them. Anyone have any ideas? Im going DR'S in the week.
2007-01-06 20:47:13 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
Sound like inflamed glands, dear. Don't worry..
2007-01-06 21:54:13 · answer #1 · answered by sunflower 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
(hazarding a guess as i have one too diagnosed by my GP. Please seek medical advice from your own though :)A ganglion is a type of cyst containing clear fluid or jelly. It usually develops from the capsule surrounding a joint or the sheath around a tendon and is most common on the back of the wrist. They're harmless and in general don't cause any problems. However, if large they're more likely to get knocked. If visible, they can also cause embarrassment.
Occasionally, a ganglion may become inflamed and feel uncomfortable. Rarely, it may compress a nearby nerve. If this occurs, odd sensations may be felt. As no one really understands why ganglion's occur, it's not possible to prevent them.They don't need treatment and many disappear of their own accord. However, if a ganglion is causing discomfort or embarrassment, it can be surgically removed. It's important to do this if it's causing symptoms related to nerve compression.
2007-01-08 09:34:44 · answer #2 · answered by Chill_Out 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a diffucult question my dear....a painless lum in the side of the neck could be almost anything...however 80% of the cases like yours, are ganglia (lymphatic ganglia, the natural "filters" of the tissue underneath the skin".
I am afraid the only way to see what we are dealing with, is to exise (take them out) under local anesthesia and mild sedation as an out patient, and sending them to histology, and under the microscope, we can be sure what they are.
It is the only way to give You a proper answer I am afraid.
By the way, the procedure is quite painless (biopsy) and if they are in the neck, surely, almost no visible scar will be left.
Yelling you otherwise, would be pure speculation and very cruel guesswork....However most of the time, they are "benign" ganglia from some infection in the gums, hair roots etc.
Good luck, and if You can, please keep me posted on the histology or pathology report.
Yours
Garfield526
2007-01-06 20:55:37 · answer #3 · answered by Sehr_Klug 50 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Probably lymph nodes. Do you happen to have a sore throat as well? I was just curious as they frequently accompany each other. You did the appropriate thing in consulting a physician though because it can also signify other more serious conditions.
2007-01-06 21:28:31 · answer #4 · answered by jrandolph1979 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
possibly may be a goutier (not sure how to spell) they are simular to cysts but not dangerous or anything can be removed with surgery dont worry to much you are doing the right thing by going to doctor. The doctor will examine you and may do a blood test to make sure all is well.
2007-01-06 20:57:16 · answer #5 · answered by momof3 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I hope and pray that they are not Mantle Cell Lymphoma, as what they found in me, this is a incurable Cancer that can only be halted for a short time.God Bless and be lucky
2007-01-06 21:04:26 · answer #6 · answered by bty937915 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Inflamed glands maybe? Difficult to say without knowing exact location.
2007-01-06 20:49:21 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
For some reason the word 'lymphenoid' comes to mind. I dont even know if its a word but i remember i went to school with a kid who had that in maybe 5th grade. I dont know what happened to him.
2007-01-06 20:49:57 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Could be swollen glands - antibiotics should cure it but you are right in going to the doctor.
2007-01-06 20:54:25 · answer #9 · answered by Bill Y 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
could just be little lumps of fat, my husband had one just underneath his ear, he had it removed under local anesthetic. I have a small one on my back.
2007-01-06 20:55:34 · answer #10 · answered by Jovi Freak 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋