Neck lumps: practice question

A ENT question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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ENT · Neck lumps

Sample item

Which neck lump moves on tongue protrusion?

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The answer and the reasoning

A. Thyroglossal duct cyst

A thyroglossal duct cyst is a midline developmental remnant attached to the hyoid region, so it moves with tongue protrusion.

Option by option

  • A. Thyroglossal duct cyst (correct)

    Correct: tongue movement is the classic sign.

  • B. Branchial cyst

    Branchial cysts are usually lateral neck masses.

  • C. Parotid tumour

    Parotid tumours occur near the mandibular angle.

  • D. Carotid body tumour

    Carotid body tumours are pulsatile lateral lesions.

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What is the answer to this ENT question?

The best answer is A, Thyroglossal duct cyst. A thyroglossal duct cyst is a midline developmental remnant attached to the hyoid region, so it moves with tongue protrusion.

Why is "Branchial cyst" not the answer?

Branchial cysts are usually lateral neck masses.

Why is "Parotid tumour" not the answer?

Parotid tumours occur near the mandibular angle.

Why is "Carotid body tumour" not the answer?

Carotid body tumours are pulsatile lateral lesions.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Neck lumps in ENT. The correct option holds because: Correct: tongue movement is the classic sign.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Neck lumps?

Learn tuning fork results and audiogram patterns by sketching them. Then use the flashcards and the other ENT questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.