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Expert answers for neck swellings. Thyroid, parathyroid and head & neck surgery in Nagpur

Finding a swelling in your neck is worrying — and getting a clear answer quickly matters. Dr. Sweta Lohiya evaluates and treats thyroid, parathyroid, and head & neck conditions in Nagpur, using ultrasound, needle testing, and careful clinical assessment to reach an accurate diagnosis before recommending treatment at Kingsway Hospitals.

Thyroid Surgery

Evaluation and surgical treatment of thyroid nodules, goitre, and thyroid swellings — with careful assessment to determine whether surgery is actually needed.

Parathyroid Surgery

Surgical treatment of parathyroid conditions causing raised blood calcium, bone weakening, or kidney stones.

Neck Lump Evaluation

Thorough assessment of neck swellings and lumps, including ultrasound and needle testing, to establish a clear diagnosis.

Salivary Gland Surgery

Treatment of parotid and submandibular gland conditions, including swellings, stones, and recurrent gland infections.

ACCURATE DIAGNOSIS BEFORE ANY DECISION

Careful evaluation, then the right treatment — not before

Most thyroid nodules and neck lumps turn out to be benign, but every one deserves proper evaluation. Dr. Sweta Lohiya follows a structured approach — clinical examination, ultrasound, blood tests, and needle sampling (FNAC) where indicated — so that a diagnosis is established before any treatment is discussed. Many patients need only monitoring. When surgery is genuinely required, it’s explained fully, including what it involves and what to expect afterwards.

Get your neck swelling properly assessed.
What you need to know

Frequently asked questions

Most neck lumps are benign — often enlarged lymph nodes from infection, or thyroid nodules. However, any lump that persists beyond a few weeks, grows, or is painless and firm should be evaluated by a specialist. Early assessment gives clarity and rules out serious causes.

No. The majority of thyroid nodules are benign and need only monitoring. Surgery is considered when a nodule is large enough to cause symptoms, when it affects breathing or swallowing, when tests raise concern, or when the thyroid is overactive and other treatments haven't worked.

Assessment usually includes a clinical examination, thyroid function blood tests, an ultrasound scan, and — where indicated — a fine needle aspiration (FNAC) to sample cells. Together these determine whether treatment is needed.

Hyperparathyroidism is when the parathyroid glands produce too much hormone, raising blood calcium. It can cause tiredness, bone weakening, kidney stones, and abdominal symptoms. Surgery to remove the overactive gland is the definitive treatment in suitable cases.

Thyroid nodules and swellings · Goitre · Overactive thyroid (selected cases) · Suspicious thyroid lesions requiring surgery · Parathyroid adenoma and hyperparathyroidism · Persistent neck lumps and lymph node swellings · Parotid and submandibular gland swellings · Salivary gland stones and recurrent infections.

See a specialist for any neck swelling lasting more than three weeks, a growing lump, difficulty swallowing or breathing, voice change with a neck swelling, or a thyroid nodule found on a scan.

Most neck lumps are benign, often related to infection or a thyroid nodule. But any lump that lasts more than three weeks, grows, or is firm and painless should be assessed by a specialist to establish the cause.

No. Most thyroid nodules are benign and simply monitored. Surgery is considered when a nodule causes symptoms, affects breathing or swallowing, or when testing raises concern.

Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC) is a quick test in which a thin needle takes a small cell sample from a nodule or lump. It helps determine the nature of the swelling and guides whether treatment is needed.

Voice change is a recognised risk of thyroid surgery because nerves supplying the voice box run close to the thyroid. As an ENT surgeon, Dr. Lohiya can assess your vocal cords before and after surgery — an advantage in identifying and managing any voice concerns early.

Thyroid surgery involves a neck incision, usually placed in a natural skin crease so it becomes less noticeable over time. Your surgeon will explain the expected appearance during consultation.

A common cause is primary hyperparathyroidism, where a parathyroid gland becomes overactive. It's diagnosed with blood tests and localisation scans, and treated by removing the affected gland in suitable cases.

Salivary gland conditions include swelling, stones blocking the gland, and recurrent infections — most commonly in the parotid gland in front of the ear or the submandibular gland under the jaw. Persistent swelling should be evaluated.