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There are many kinds of neck masses and bumps that can be present in children from birth. Most are just inflammatory and are not cancerous. They can be large or small and often are not noticed until the child gets a cold or sinus infection. Types of more common masses and bumps include:
Rare kinds of neck masses and bumps include:
Treatments include medical treatment of any infection, surgical excision to remove a bump or mass if it is impacting function or other nearby tissues or structures.