Lump in the Neck

A neck mass, sometimes known as a neck lump, is an unclear mass located in the neck area. Congenital disorders such as branchial abnormalities and thyroglossal duct cysts are among the numerous probable causes. The majority are likewise noncancerous. A painless bump around the base of the front of the neck is a typical symptom. However, lumps in the neck are rather common and are frequently caused by benign illnesses such as goiter (enlargement of the thyroid). In reality, over 95% of neck lumps are benign.

If a lump in the neck is developing, feels hard, and does not move around much under the skin, it is more likely to be malignant. According to a 2015 review published in the journal "American Health and Drug Benefits", a lump or nodule with a diameter of more than one centimeter is also more likely to be malignant.