Overview

A neck mass is any unexplained growth or lump in the neck and throat. They may vary in size and visibility. Most masses are benign, but some indicate a serious condition, such as an infection or a cancerous growth. Schedule an appointment with SIU Medicine for a diagnosis.

Specialty care

 

Care team

Profiles

Frances Lee, MD

Endocrine Surgeon Cancer Care, Surgery | General, Internal Medicine | Endocrinology
315 W. Carpenter St. Springfield, IL 62702
Profiles

Lindsey Shehee, MD

Head and Neck Oncologic and Microvascular Reconstructive Surgeon Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Head & Neck Cancer
720 North Bond Street Springfield, IL 62702

 

 

Clinical trials

You can be the future of medicine

At SIU Medicine, our physicians and scientists conduct clinical trials and research studies with the aim of translating findings into new, more effective treatments.