WMCHealth’s Advanced ENT Services cares for every aspect of neck health with the same level of expertise and dedication. We provide expert care for a wide range of neck conditions, from simple swelling to complex tumors. Our team uses advanced diagnostics and innovative treatments to restore health and improve quality of life.
You can count on us to walk beside you, guiding and supporting you at every step of your care journey.
Symptoms of Neck Conditions
- Weight loss
- Painless mass
- Choking sensation
- Difficulty breathing, swallowing or speaking
Types of Neck Conditions
WMCHealth has expertise in treating several neck conditions. Any lump in the neck could be cancer that has spread to the lymph nodes in the neck:
- Thyroid cancer
- Salivary gland cancer
- Skin cancer of the face and scalp
- Cancer of the nasal passages and sinuses
- Cancer of the throat (voice box and vocal cords)
- Cancer of the mouth (tongue, floor of mouth, mandible, palate and tonsil)
Some other conditions that will present as a mass in the neck:
- Thyroid cancer
- Thyroid nodules
- Branchial cleft cysts
- Parathyroid diseases
- Infected lymph nodes
- Thyroglossal duct cysts
- Salivary gland benign tumors
- Salivary gland stones and infection
Diagnosing Neck Conditions
Your evaluation starts with a thorough exam from one of our ear, nose, and throat (ENT) specialists. During your visit, your provider will examine your neck and gently check any swelling or mass. Many of our offices have ultrasound available on-site, which allows your specialist to evaluate the area right away and, if needed, guide a needle biopsy for further testing.
Having these services in one place helps you get answers quickly. If additional tests are needed, your specialist may order imaging such as MRI, CT, or PET scans to confirm your diagnosis and plan the most effective treatment.
Treatment for Neck Conditions
Some neck conditions will resolve on their own, while others may require medication or surgery. Our ENT specialists are highly experienced in diagnosing and treating neck conditions. Treatment may include medication, surgery or another plan best suited to you.