What causes a lump in the front of your neck near you throat?

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I had this problem and it was my thyroid which I had to have removed

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Could be swollen lymph nodes, which usually happens when you have a cold.

Sounds like it could be an enlarged thyroid. Have your doctor check it out.

It may be a nodule in your thyroid gland or a thyroglossal duct cust. See a surgeon.

could it be a goiter? Do you have a history of thyroid problems? There are all kinds of glands in that region that can swell. Have a doctor look at it.

Have you been depressed lately? Depression can cause that sensation of the lump that won't go away.
If not, it's probably a medical problem with countless possibilities....

Most swollen glands or lumps under the skin are not cause for concern. The glands (lymph nodes) on either side of the neck, under the jaw, or behind the ears commonly swell when you have a cold or sore throat.

More serious infections may cause the glands to enlarge and become very firm and tender. Glands can also swell and become tender after an injury, such as a cut or bite, or when a tumor or infection occurs in the mouth, head, or neck.
Swollen glands and other lumps under the skin can have many causes. They may be a symptom of illness or infection or can have other causes.

Infections
Swollen glands commonly develop when the body fights infections from colds, insect bites, or small cuts. More serious infections may cause the glands to enlarge and become firm, hard, or tender. Examples of such infections include:

Bacterial infections, such as:
Strep throat, caused by the streptococcus bacterium.
A boil (abscess), similar to a large pimple. A boil may develop when a hair follicle or the skin becomes infected. A sweat gland abscess may form one or more boil-like lumps in the armpit.
Viral infections, such as:
A viral infection of the skin (molluscum contagiosum ), which causes small pearly or flesh-colored bumps.
Measles, rubella, chickenpox , or mumps.
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), which develops in the late stage of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. This virus attacks the immune system, making it difficult for the body to fight off infection and some diseases.
Mononucleosis (Epstein-Barr virus), which also causes fever, sore throat, and fatigue, or cytomegalovirus (CMV), a viral infection that causes symptoms similar to those of mononucleosis.
Other infections, such as:
Lyme disease, an infection that is spread by certain types of ticks.
Syphilis, a sexually transmitted disease.
Noncancerous (benign) growths
Types of noncancerous (benign) growths, which are usually harmless, include:

A lipoma, a smooth, rubbery, dome-shaped lump that is easily movable under the skin.
A cyst, a sac of fluid and debris that sometimes hurts.
Cystic lesions from acne are large pimples that occur deep under the skin.
Branchial cleft cysts are found in the neck and do not usually cause problems unless they become infected. These cysts are most common in teenagers.
An epidermal cyst (also called a sebaceous cyst) often appears on the scalp, ears, face, and back.
A ganglion, a soft, rubbery lump (a type of cyst) on the front or back of the wrist.
A thyroid nodule, an abnormal growth on the thyroid gland or an enlarged thyroid gland (goiter) in the neck just below the Adam's apple. Tonsillitis may also cause swelling in the neck.
A salivary gland problem, such as inflammation, a salivary stone, an infection, or a tumor.
An inflammation of fatty tissue under the skin (erythema nodosum) or overgrown scar tissue (keloid).
Home Treatment
The following home treatment measures may help you treat a painful lump or swollen gland.

Avoid irritation.
Do not squeeze, scratch, or pick at the lump. Do not stick a needle in it.
Leave the lump exposed to the air whenever possible.
Adjust your clothing to avoid rubbing the lump.
Prevent infection. Do not squeeze, scratch, drain, or puncture a painful lump. Doing this can irritate or inflame the lump, push any existing infection deeper into the skin, or cause severe bleeding.
Apply warm, wet washcloths to the painful lump for 20 to 30 minutes, 3 to 4 times a day. If you prefer, you can also use a hot water bottle or heating pad over a damp towel. The heat and moisture can soothe the lump, increase blood circulation to the area, and speed healing. It can also bring a lump caused by infection to a head (but it may take 5 to 7 days). Be careful not to burn your skin. Do not use water that is warmer than bath water.
Symptoms to Watch For During Home Treatment
Use the Check Your Symptoms section to evaluate your symptoms if any of the following occur during home treatment.

A lump or swollen gland gets worse or does not go away after 2 weeks of home treatment.
A skin infection develops.
Symptoms become more severe or frequent.
New symptoms develop.
Prevention
Wash your hands frequently during cold and cough season. This may help prevent some upper respiratory infections that cause glands to swell.

Measures to decrease your risk of infection
Keep your skin clean.
Wash with lukewarm water and a mild soap or cleanser. Do not use soaps and skin cleansers that contain irritating substances.
Rinse your skin thoroughly after you wash it and gently pat it dry.
Wash soon after participating in activities that cause you to sweat.
Do not use skin care products that contain oil because they may clog your pores. Instead, use water-based skin care products. Read the labels on products and look for the terms oil-free or hypoallergenic.
Do not squeeze, scratch, drain, or puncture a painful lump. Doing this can irritate or inflame the lump, push any existing infection deeper into the skin, or cause severe bleeding.
Prevent irritation by wearing soft, cotton clothing or moleskin under sports equipment (if possible). Parts of equipment (such as chin straps) can rub your skin and irritate it. Adjust your clothing so that belts and straps or elastic from bras or underwear do not rub against your skin.

Over active thyroid, you should probably get it checked soon, because thyroid can cause a host of other problems, one being extreme weight gain. Others include, chronic fatigue, headaches, muscle aches and cramps.

you really should have something like that checked out...it could many different things and the sooner it is diagnosed and treated the better! Call your Dr asap.

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