General Info Flashcards
1
Q
What causes superficial structures? (4)
A
Sebaceous cyst, Lipoma, Abscess, Dermoid Cyst
2
Q
What causes midline structures? (5)
A
Thyroglossal cyst, thyroid swelling, laryngeal swelling, submental lymph nodes, dermoid cyst
3
Q
What causes lateral swellings? (9)
A
Thyroid lobe swelling, pharyngeal pouch, branchial cyst, lymphadenopathy, parotid swelling, laryngocele, carotid aneurysm, cystic hygroma (transluminate), cervical rib
4
Q
What other causes might there be for neck lumps?
A
Trauma, infective (bites, abscess, mumps etc), neoplasms, goitre, anaphylaxis
