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Differentiating between the two can be challenging, especially when clinical, radiographic, and cytologic findings overlap. We present the case of a 41-year-old male with hemophilia B and a right lateral cystic neck mass, underscoring preoperative diagnostic ambiguity and illustrating perioperative coordination required for safe surgical excision in a patient with a bleeding disorder. On examination, patient\u2019s neck had a mobile, cystic feeling, 5\u2009cm right upper neck mass lateral or involving the sternocleidomastoid muscle. Computed tomography imaging revealed a 5\u2009cm cystic lesion deep to the sternocleidomastoid muscle. Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration showed bland lymphocytes, suggesting either a second branchial cleft cyst or macrocystic lymphatic malformation. Due to diagnostic uncertainty and the potential for future infection, the patient underwent surgical excision following perioperative Factor IX replacement. 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