Neck Lumps

Question 1

What are the differential diagnosis for Neck Lumps?

Answer 1

• Skin Abscess
• Reactive Lymphadenopathy (enlarged lymph nodes)
• Tumour (SCC, Sarcoma)
• Lipoma
• Goitre (swollen thyroid gland)
• Salivary gland stones/ infection
• Carotid Body tumour
• Haematoma
• Thyroglossal cysts
• Branchial cysts

Question 2

What are the causes of neck lumps in young children?

Answer 2

• Cystic Hygromas
• Dermoid Cysts
• Haemangiomas
• Venous Malformation