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What causes lump at the base of chin?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have lump at the base of chin in the middle, where it meets the curve of neck. The size is a little smaller than a dime. Only you can feel that but not see. I was having discomfort for a month on the left side like I have to move my neck but has stopped now. Then noticed the round lump about four days ago. It does not hurt.
Answered by Dr. Vedprakash Verma

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I need to examine either this is lipoma or enlarged lymph nodes. If possible, send images.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

I have attached the files.

Answered by Dr. Vedprakash Verma

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I have gone through the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). Please explain any other associated problem in detail.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

I have had Doxycycline100 mg for a week combined with Azithromycin. Azithromycin 500 mg is what I thinkhas caused swelling in my neck. So, I stopped taking it and neck swelling went down. That is when my neck was feeling weird for a month like it was on a nerve. It feels better whenever I take Benadryl. When the weird feeling went away, that is when I noticed the lump.

Answered by Dr. Vedprakash Verma

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

If you feel persisting swelling there and feel difficulty while swallowing, then go for neck USG. Otherwise, wait another 2 to 4 weeks to go down, if still persists, then do USG neck and rule out other possible causes.

Answered byDr. Vedprakash Verma

Medically reviewed byDr. Divya Banu M

Published At June 14, 2019
Reviewed AtApril 12, 2022

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Vedprakash Verma
Dr. Vedprakash Verma

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