Small node in neck

2025-06-24 05:24:21
Hi All , Since yesterday I started to notice a small ball movable like node in my right side of neck, it only appears when I bend my neck to the left side otherwise i cannot see it ( image attached ) , is it normal ? Note : I have cold , mucas in my throat and chest and cough sometimes , no fever or body pain, can you please advice ?
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Hii It's most probably coz of upper respiratory system infection If u don't take proper course of meds they will enlarge in size n may also develop on other side In order to know more about it n proper treatment n guidance Connect with me over here

Answered2025-06-25 16:31:04

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It's local lymph node enlargement, could be due to upper respiratory tract infection.It should resolve when the infection is cured.If lasts longer or increase in its size, consult a ENT specialist in your area.

Answered2025-06-25 04:31:08

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Ya it's just a reactionary lymphadenitis.

Answered2025-06-25 03:47:52

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Greetings Keep a watch over it . And check for other moser . If no change- no need to do anything Regards

Answered2025-06-24 18:58:41

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Get cbp   fine needle aspiration biopsy of enlarged lymph node  done, and share results . Also please share details of your symptoms Then I can help you

Answered2025-06-24 15:10:37

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Answered2025-06-24 14:22:54

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Answered2025-06-24 13:14:01

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Hi there, You are diagnosed with Respiratory Tract Infection The swelling is due to the inflammation of the lymph node due to RTI So if we control the infection it will settle down on its own No need to worry about Take care…
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You may need antihistamines, cough suppressants, mucolytics Get it with prescription from me or any other nearby clinic
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Steam inhalation twice a day would help

Answered2025-06-24 13:08:02

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Presentation: Movable, ball-like node on right side of neck Visible only on bending the neck Associated with cold, cough, mucus in throat and chest No fever, body pain, or systemic symptoms 📌 Most Likely Diagnosis: 🟢 Reactive Cervical Lymphadenopathy Common with upper respiratory tract infections Nodes become temporarily enlarged and mobile Tenderness or swelling may vary with head movement Typically resolves with resolution of infection ✅ When It’s Normal (per Harrison’s): Size <1 cm, mobile, soft, and not fixed Associated with recent viral/bacterial illness No constitutional symptoms (fever, weight loss, night sweats) ❗ When to Investigate Further: Refer if any of the following are present: Size >2 cm, hard, fixed, or painless Persisting >2–3 weeks without reduction Associated weight loss, fever, or night sweats Progressive enlargement or generalized lymphadenopathy 🩺 Suggested Action: Symptomatic treatment of cold/cough (antihistamine, hydration, steam inhalation) Observe the lymph node for 2–3 weeks If persistent or enlarges, get an ENT/medicine evaluation + ultrasound neck if needed 📘 Reference: Harrison’s Manual of Medicine, Lymphadenopathy chapter: Cervical lymph nodes commonly enlarge due to local infections; no intervention needed if self-limited and non-alarming in character.
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Would you like a monitoring checklist for lymph node changes and cold symptoms?

Answered2025-06-24 12:54:57

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Need few more details Kindly connect.

Answered2025-06-24 12:46:28

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It's lymphnode,  as u had symptoms  of urti. Take  treatment for five days.  Nothing to worry.

Answered2025-06-24 12:39:26

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Need few more details Kindly consult

Answered2025-06-30 05:15:42

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Adv FNAC

Answered2025-06-25 04:13:51

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Urti Steam inhalation. Salt water gargling.

Answered2025-06-24 13:08:05

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2025-06-24 12:16:51

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