The silent swelling: Why a painless lump in the neck should never be ignored

The silent swelling: Why a painless lump in the neck should never be ignored

By Dr Nikhil Ghadyalpatil When 28-year-old Ananya first noticed a small, firm bump at the base of her neck while applying moisturiser, she felt alright for some time. It didn’t hurt, it didn’t interfere with her breathing and she felt perfectly healthy. Like many, she assumed it was a result of a recent cold or perhaps just a “muscle knot.” Months passed, and the lump remained painless, persistent and subtly growing. It was only during a routine…