Neck Swellings on the Rise in Odisha: When to Worry About Thyroid, Parotid, or Lymph Node Lumps Introduction You may have noticed a painless lump in your neck. It’s not hurting, so you’re ignoring it. But across Bhubaneswar and other cities in Odisha , doctors are seeing a rising number of patients with neck swellings —linked to thyroid issues , parotid gland infections , or enlarged lymph nodes . Many people mistake these lumps for minor infections or seasonal effects. The problem? Some of these swellings may be early signs of serious medical conditions that require ENT attention. Thankfully, Dr. Sanjeev Mohanty , a leading ENT surgeon from Chennai, is bringing his expert neck lump consultations to Bhubaneswar this July 13, 2025 . TL;DR If you’re from Bhubaneswar or nearby cities in Odisha and feel a lump in your neck , don’t ignore it. It may be related to your thyroid , parotid gland , or lymph nodes —and some causes require urgent ENT care. This blog explai...