I have a big tender lump on the right side of my neck, is this serious?

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I have a kind of big lump on the right side of my neck. Its tender and hurts very little. Its kind of noticeable to the naked eye. It is between my neck and jaw, about an inch below my ear. I just noticed it an hour ago. I also have two little smaller lumps on the left and right back sides of my head, witch i just noticed. I have a very slight head ache. I also have been dizzy for the last couple days, but not any more. I had a big and unhealthy breakfast today, like ice cream and brownies XD [ it seemed like a good idea at the time XD ] ( if that gives you any more helpful information). I am not really fat or overweight i think. Could it be like a mosquito bite or anything like that because I always get bit by mosquitoes unfortunately. Is this serious and will it go away soon and what is it?

Rose · Accepted Answer

I think it's a swollen lymph node. I've gotten those a couple times. They're not serious, just painful. If it doesn't go away in a couple days to a week, though, go to a doctor. My dad had a similar thing and found out he had carcinoma. It's nothing to worry about unless it doesn't go away. Good luck hun, I hope you feel better :)

Anonymous · Answer

I'm pretty sure the mysterious lump on your neck is probably just a swollen lymph node. I have a friend who gets them all the time. They're harmless and should go away after a couple of days. Most of the time they're caused by allergies, a cold or something along those lines.

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I have a big tender lump on the right side of my neck, is this serious?

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