Recently I've developed a 'lump' of sorts towards the side of my neck. It feels like a swollen muscle, but it's also very hard and somewhat rough feeling. I cannot move it, but the muscle on the other side in the same area can't move either, but that one's normal. I can move my neck normally, and the 'lump' is very tender. I don't think it's a swollen lymph node, either. Is this just a 'knot' or strain, or is it something worse?
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Lump on Side of Neck
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A lump in the neck that does not resolve on its own within about a week should be evaluated by a physician. If you have associated symptoms like a sore throat, ear or mouth pain, or a temperature you think of a reactive lymph node. A reactive lymph node is a swollen node that is responding to an infection, either viral or bacteria.
A mass that last longer and becomes painful, or one that is hard is concerning for a possible tumor and should be evaluated by a qualified physician.
A mass that last longer and becomes painful, or one that is hard is concerning for a possible tumor and should be evaluated by a qualified physician.