Patient's question:
My child is now almost 3 years old. When he was a few months old, we noticed a small lump behind his ear and on the back of his neck. It has gradually grown and is now about the size of a peanut, clearly visible. When we asked him, he said it doesn't hurt, but I'm still very concerned. What could be the cause of this? What should I do?Doctor's answer:
Hello. A neck lump could be a lymph node or an subcutaneous lipoma. If it's not feverish, doesn't hurt, and isn't adhered, the problem should not be serious. If you're concerned, you can have a color Doppler ultrasound or a tissue biopsy done. Lipomas are usually subcutaneous tissue, painless and itchy, feeling like bumps. They can be treated with warm compresses to promote absorption. Chinese medicine can also be used for regulation, mainly because of poor local blood circulation. It's recommended that you go to the hospital for a check-up.