Neck swelling
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Content updated on May 23, 2022
Description
Neck swelling is a buildup of fluid in the tissues of the neck or inflammation in the neck. Swollen lymph nodes in the neck and an enlarged thyroid gland may also lead to neck swelling.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Neck swelling
Possible Causes
- Subacute thyroiditis
Inflammation of the thyroid gland, causing high levels of thyroid hormone in the body. Common causes include virus infections e.g. after a flu.
- MALT lymphoma
MALT lymphoma a form of lymphoma (cancer of lymph system) from any mucosal site frequently the stomach. It arises from the immune cells of mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue (MALT). MALT is lymphoid tissue aggregates found in mucosal membrane like gastrointestinal tract, nose, throat, thyroid, breast, lung, salivary glands, eye, and skin.
- Lung cancer
Cancer of the lungs. Smoking and secondhand smoke accounts for over 80% of lung cancers. Other causes include exposure to fine particles (e.g. asbestos) and genetic factors.
- Medullary thyroid cancer
- Malignant lymphoma
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Do you have swelling on the front of your neck?
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