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The most common presenting symptom in SCCUP is a painless neck mass, and the most common neck stage at diagnosis is N2a or N2b 3,4,6–19 ().Nearly 40% of patients come to medical attention with a ...

The neck contains many lymph nodes, with more than 300 in the head and neck area. Clusters of nodes sit around the ear, under the jaw and chin, and down either side of the neck.

Swollen lymph nodes, or swollen glands, in the neck may indicate an infection. They can also occur due to a medical condition, such as an immune disorder or, less commonly, cancer. Treatment can ...

Swollen glands in the neck are swollen lymph nodes and often mean your body is fighting an infection. Causes include viruses, bacteria, autoimmune disorders, and more.

Having a general anaesthetic means you won’t be able to eat or drink for several hours beforehand. You usually stop eating at least 6 hours before the procedure. You can usually drink water up to 2 ...