my granddaughter is 17 and just noticed a small lump on the right side of her neck and it is tender to the touch. she is going to a walk in clinic but I was worried and was wondering what it can be. She is very active and plays a lot of sports but she did not have this 5 days ago
Hi. Within 5 days this lump, which is most probably an infected lymph node has become tender. By not taking treatment you / she has lost a better window. Anyway get started with antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medicines ASAP. Request the Doctor give a course of 1 to 3 weeks. Most probably this will settle although now will take more time to heal. A few investigations may be suggested by your Doctor. If the medicines do not help her you can get FNAC= fine needle aspiration cytology done.