Oftentimes a lump in the neck is disregarded as being simply a swollen lymph node or a mere minor infection. Self-diagnosis can be dangerous; especially if that lump turns out to be something more serious such as Lymphoma or something rare that occurs in older adults such as a Branchial Cleft Cyst. These cysts are generally benign and are detected during birth however, they can surface later in a person’s life and cause ongoing discomfort and create further complications if left untreated.