What causes hard and painful lump above left clavicle?
Patient: I a am 40 year old female who observed a lump above my left collarbone approximately two weeks ago. A recent ultrasound revealed a one inch mass above my left clavicle and another small lump above the large lump. The larger lump is palpable and visible. I am very concerned about these masses. The large mass is hard and painful.. The ultrasound technician informed me that the large mass lies above a blood vessel. I anxiously await my appointment to learn the results of this ultrasound. Can you please share your thoughts? Doctor: Hi, dearI have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.  You may have supraclavicul lymphnode or mass. It can be due to reactive hyperplasia, tuberculosis, lymphoma or metastatic carcinoma.  You should go for fine needle aspiration cytology or biopsy of that mass.  It will give you exact diagnosis. Then you should take treatment accordingly. You should also ho for x ray chest.  Consult your doctor and take treatment according to diagnosis. 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.