How can a lump on the neck be treated?
Patient: My 3 year old daughter woke up with a lump on the side of her neck . it is hard and close to the size of a apple. The other side is slighty enlarged to the size of ping pong ball. She is otherwise well. The Dr checked her and ordered bloodwork and a chest xray. She has had no illiness since January(6 months ago) How concerned should I be Doctor: Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.  She may have enlarged lymphnode.  It can be due to reactive hyperplasia, tuberculosis or lymphoma.  She should go for blood test, x ray chest and fine needle aspiration cytology of lump.  It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.