Full neck ultrasound scan
If you have noticed a lump or swelling in your neck, ultrasound is often the best first step to see what is going on.
- Price
- £300£50 deposit
- Appointment
- 20 to 30 minutesIncluding consultation
- Preparation
- None needed
- Report
- Usually within 24 hours
Who it's for
When a scan can help
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
If you're concerned about any lumps or bumps in your neck, our scans can check for
- Enlarged or abnormal lymph nodes
- Cysts
- Thyroid nodules
- Salivary gland lumps
- Inflammation or infection
- Vascular (blood vessel) abnormalities
What to expect
Your appointment
Before
No preparation is needed.
During
You lie back while the consultant applies gel and moves a small probe across your neck. It is painless.
After
You can return to your day straight afterwards. Your consultant explains what they have seen before you leave.
Who reads your scan
Consultant radiologists, specialists in this area
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.
Frequently asked questions
Should I get an ultrasound for lumps and bumps in my neck?
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.
What symptoms are related to neck lumps?
- A visible or felt lump in the neck
- Swelling under the jaw, around the ear, or in the side of the neck
- Pain or tenderness in the area
- Redness or warmth over the lump
- Changes in voice or swallowing
- Ongoing sore throat
- Fever, weight loss, or night sweats
When should I see a doctor?
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.
Is it safe?
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.
Enquire or book
Tell us what you would like looked at and we will come back to you with times. You do not need a referral.