Right side neck pain is not necessarily lymphoma, but can also be seen in cervical spondylosis, lymph node inflammation, thyroid disease, etc. It is recommended to go to hospital as soon as possible for clear diagnosis.
Lymphoma may cause right side neck lymph node enlargement, but the more typical manifestation is painless progressive lymph node enlargement, which may be accompanied by systemic manifestations such as fever, weight loss, etc. If only the right side neck pain is present, the chance of lymphoma is small.
Cervical spondylosis can also cause right-sided neck pain, with a history of prolonged work at desk and other symptoms such as neck and back stiffness, pain, radiating pain or even numbness in upper limbs.
Lymph node inflammation may also cause right-sided neck pain. Lymph node inflammation may manifest as neck enlargement, pain, etc., redness and heat on the skin surface, or even abscess formation, which may be accompanied by fever. It needs to be treated with sensitive antibiotics under doctor’s guidance.
Thyroid diseases such as subacute thyroiditis can also cause right-sided neck pain, which may be accompanied by fever, chills, generalized weakness, etc. The thyroid gland can be palpated as enlarged and hard, and the pressure pain is obvious.
In conclusion, right side neck pain is not necessarily lymphoma, don’t be anxious, go to the hospital in time to get a clear diagnosis, and under the doctor’s advice, carry out the treatment for the cause.