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If you have noticed a lump or swelling in your neck, ultrasound is often the best first step to see what is going on.
Who it's for
This scan is for anyone who has found a lump or swelling in the neck, or has pain, tenderness or changes in voice or swallowing.
What it shows
What to expect
No preparation is needed.
You lie back while the consultant applies gel and moves a small probe across your neck. It is painless.
You can return to your day straight afterwards. Your consultant explains what they have seen before you leave.
Who reads your scan
Your report
Your consultant talks you through what the scan shows while you are still in the room.
A written report follows, usually within 24 hours. If anything needs a closer look, we can arrange MRI, CT, blood tests or a specialist referral.
Book an initial consultation with one of our consultants for £50. If you go on to have imaging or a procedure, the fee is put towards its cost.
If you’ve found a lump in your neck, this scan helps identify what it is and what may be causing it. It gives your doctor valuable information about the size, location, and nature of the lump.
Get a lump checked if it lasts more than a couple of weeks, gets bigger, or is painful. Also seek advice if the lump comes with other symptoms like weight loss, fever, or changes in your voice or swallowing.
Ultrasound uses sound waves, not radiation, and has no known side effects. A small amount of gel is applied to the skin and a handheld probe is moved gently over the area. You can return to your day straight afterwards.
Tell us what you would like looked at and we will come back to you with times. You do not need a referral.
