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Cystic neck lump: the primary remains occult

A 52-year-old teacher has a painless left upper-neck swelling for six weeks. Never smoked. No current breathing difficulty.

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The mass is enlarging. Examination finds a 3 cm level-II lump. The patient manages saliva and speaks normally; there is no stridor or severe acute illness.

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