Not every lump in your neck is something serious—but it always deserves a clear answer. In this blog, we explain how thyroid and neck ultrasound helps evaluate nodules, swollen glands, and other soft-tissue bumps without radiation or needles. You’ll learn what the sonographer is looking for, what words like “solid,” “cystic,” or “vascular” mean on your report, and when a simple ultrasound is enough versus when your doctor might recommend more testing.