What are branchial cleft cyst symptoms?

What are branchial cleft cyst symptoms?

Many branchial cleft cysts don’t have symptoms. That’s why healthcare providers can’t say if these cysts are common. But when branchial cysts do cause problems, some symptoms you might notice include:

• A painless lump or swollen area under the skin of your neck that appears when you have upper respiratory infections. The lump may be larger at the start of your infection and then shrink as you get better.
• A painful lump or swelling under the skin on your neck. This can happen if your branchial cleft cyst becomes infected.
• Some cleft cysts might ooze fluid through the punctum, which is a tiny point at the top of your cyst.
• You have difficulty swallowing food. Sometimes, branchial cleft cysts grow large enough to affect your ability to swallow.
• You have a tight feeling in your chest when you take a deep breath.