Swelling in lower left side of neck

FormerMember over 4 years ago

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Hello,

I have just been to see a specialist about a swelling in my lower left neck

He put some sort of probe down my nose towards my throat and said it all looked symmetrical

nonetheless he still ordered an ultrasound and based on that a biopsy for next Tuesday. I am terrified.

Lass over 4 years ago

Hey there

Welcome to the forum, though I'm sorry you need to be here.

The good news is that over 90% of thyroid lumps turn out to be benign and absolutely nothing to worry about. I know it's easier said than done, but at this stage there's nothing to be terrified of. Even if it turns out to be a worst case scenario, it's still nothing to be terrified of, because thyroid cancer has a surival rate higher than 99%.

Best of luck with the tests and waiting for results. If you've any questions or just want to chat, then do shout and someone will be there to help.

Lass

I have no medical training, everything I post is an opinion or educated guess. It is not medical advice.

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