Neck Swelling
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Neck swelling is fluid buildup in the neck tissues or inflammation in the neck.

Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms

• Neck swelling

Generally, Neck swelling can be related to:

• Malignant Lymphoma

  A malignant lymphoma is a cancer that starts in the body's lymphatic system cells and can spread to other body parts. There are dozens of different kinds of lymphomas which are broadly categorized as "Hodgkins Lymphomas" and "Non-Hodgkins Lymphomas" (NHL). The different types are also classified by the cell type the cancer comes from and each different type of lymphoma has its own patterns of spread, treatments, and prognosis The most frequent symptom is swollen lymph nodes. Fevers, night sweats, itchiness, and fatigue can also be seen with lymphomas as can difficulty breathing or abdominal pain. Risk factors include age, family history, a weakened immune system from medications or illness, prior cancer treatments, viral infections such as Epstein-Barr and HIV.

• Medullary Thyroid Cancer

  Medullary thyroid cancer is an unusual type of cancer of the thyroid, which is an organ in the front of the neck. The cause of medullary carcinoma is unknown but is sometimes due to inherited gene mutations. Workup includes scans, ultrasound, biopsy and a specific lab test called calcitonin.

• Subacute Thyroiditis

  Inflammation of the thyroid gland which causes high levels of thyroid hormone in the body. It usually occurs after a viral infection. It presents as pain in the neck because of the swollen and inflamed thyroid gland. Can also have difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, fatigue and fever. It can also go on to cause symptoms of high thyroid hormone such as weight loss, increased bowel movements, palpitations, sweating.

• Lung Cancer
• MALT Lymphoma
• Acute Tonsillitis / Pharyngitis
• Common Cold (Upper Respiratory Tract Infection)

• COVID-19

• Diabetes Mellitus