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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Neck mass | |||
| synonyms = Cervical mass, neck lump | |||
| field = [[Otorhinolaryngology]], [[Oncology]], [[Endocrinology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Swelling]] in the neck, [[pain]], [[dysphagia]] | |||
| complications = [[Airway obstruction]], [[infection]], [[malignancy]] | |||
| onset = Varies depending on cause | |||
| duration = Acute or chronic | |||
| causes = [[Infection]], [[neoplasm]], [[congenital]] conditions, [[thyroid disorders]] | |||
| risks = [[Smoking]], [[alcohol consumption]], [[family history]] of cancer | |||
| diagnosis = [[Physical examination]], [[imaging studies]] ([[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]], [[MRI]]), [[biopsy]] | |||
| differential = [[Thyroid nodule]], [[lymphadenopathy]], [[branchial cleft cyst]], [[thyroglossal duct cyst]] | |||
| treatment = Depends on cause; may include [[antibiotics]], [[surgery]], [[radiation therapy]], [[chemotherapy]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies; benign conditions have good prognosis, malignant conditions depend on stage and type | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Neck Mass''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal lump or swelling in the neck. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, ranging from benign (non-cancerous) to malignant (cancerous). | '''Neck Mass''' is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal lump or swelling in the neck. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, ranging from benign (non-cancerous) to malignant (cancerous). | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The causes of a neck mass can be categorized into congenital, inflammatory, neoplastic, and miscellaneous causes. | The causes of a neck mass can be categorized into congenital, inflammatory, neoplastic, and miscellaneous causes. | ||
* '''Congenital causes''' include [[thyroglossal duct cyst]], [[branchial cleft cyst]], [[dermoid cyst]], and [[cystic hygroma]]. | * '''Congenital causes''' include [[thyroglossal duct cyst]], [[branchial cleft cyst]], [[dermoid cyst]], and [[cystic hygroma]]. | ||
* '''Inflammatory causes''' include [[lymphadenitis]], [[abscess]], [[sialadenitis]], and [[thyroiditis]]. | * '''Inflammatory causes''' include [[lymphadenitis]], [[abscess]], [[sialadenitis]], and [[thyroiditis]]. | ||
* '''Neoplastic causes''' include [[lymphoma]], [[metastatic squamous cell carcinoma]], [[thyroid carcinoma]], and [[parotid gland tumor]]. | * '''Neoplastic causes''' include [[lymphoma]], [[metastatic squamous cell carcinoma]], [[thyroid carcinoma]], and [[parotid gland tumor]]. | ||
* '''Miscellaneous causes''' include [[lipoma]], [[sebaceous cyst]], [[hematoma]], and [[aneurysm]]. | * '''Miscellaneous causes''' include [[lipoma]], [[sebaceous cyst]], [[hematoma]], and [[aneurysm]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of a neck mass can vary depending on the underlying cause. They may include: | The symptoms of a neck mass can vary depending on the underlying cause. They may include: | ||
* A visible lump or swelling in the neck | * A visible lump or swelling in the neck | ||
* Pain or discomfort in the neck | * Pain or discomfort in the neck | ||
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* Unexplained weight loss | * Unexplained weight loss | ||
* Night sweats or fever | * Night sweats or fever | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of a neck mass involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may include: | The diagnosis of a neck mass involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may include: | ||
* [[Blood tests]] | * [[Blood tests]] | ||
* [[Imaging studies]] such as [[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]], or [[MRI]] | * [[Imaging studies]] such as [[ultrasound]], [[CT scan]], or [[MRI]] | ||
* [[Biopsy]] of the mass | * [[Biopsy]] of the mass | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment of a neck mass depends on the underlying cause. It may include: | The treatment of a neck mass depends on the underlying cause. It may include: | ||
* [[Antibiotics]] for infections | * [[Antibiotics]] for infections | ||
* [[Surgery]] to remove the mass | * [[Surgery]] to remove the mass | ||
* [[Radiation therapy]] or [[chemotherapy]] for cancerous masses | * [[Radiation therapy]] or [[chemotherapy]] for cancerous masses | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Thyroid nodules]] | * [[Thyroid nodules]] | ||
* [[Lymphadenopathy]] | * [[Lymphadenopathy]] | ||
* [[Head and neck cancer]] | * [[Head and neck cancer]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Otolaryngology]] | [[Category:Otolaryngology]] | ||
[[Category:Oncology]] | [[Category:Oncology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:56, 3 April 2025
| Neck mass | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Cervical mass, neck lump |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Swelling in the neck, pain, dysphagia |
| Complications | Airway obstruction, infection, malignancy |
| Onset | Varies depending on cause |
| Duration | Acute or chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Infection, neoplasm, congenital conditions, thyroid disorders |
| Risks | Smoking, alcohol consumption, family history of cancer |
| Diagnosis | Physical examination, imaging studies (ultrasound, CT scan, MRI), biopsy |
| Differential diagnosis | Thyroid nodule, lymphadenopathy, branchial cleft cyst, thyroglossal duct cyst |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Depends on cause; may include antibiotics, surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; benign conditions have good prognosis, malignant conditions depend on stage and type |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Neck Mass is a medical condition characterized by an abnormal lump or swelling in the neck. It can be caused by a variety of conditions, ranging from benign (non-cancerous) to malignant (cancerous).
Causes[edit]
The causes of a neck mass can be categorized into congenital, inflammatory, neoplastic, and miscellaneous causes.
- Congenital causes include thyroglossal duct cyst, branchial cleft cyst, dermoid cyst, and cystic hygroma.
- Inflammatory causes include lymphadenitis, abscess, sialadenitis, and thyroiditis.
- Neoplastic causes include lymphoma, metastatic squamous cell carcinoma, thyroid carcinoma, and parotid gland tumor.
- Miscellaneous causes include lipoma, sebaceous cyst, hematoma, and aneurysm.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of a neck mass can vary depending on the underlying cause. They may include:
- A visible lump or swelling in the neck
- Pain or discomfort in the neck
- Difficulty swallowing or breathing
- Changes in voice
- Unexplained weight loss
- Night sweats or fever
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of a neck mass involves a thorough medical history and physical examination. Additional tests may include:
- Blood tests
- Imaging studies such as ultrasound, CT scan, or MRI
- Biopsy of the mass
Treatment[edit]
The treatment of a neck mass depends on the underlying cause. It may include:
- Antibiotics for infections
- Surgery to remove the mass
- Radiation therapy or chemotherapy for cancerous masses
