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What Causes A Pea Sized Lump On The Cheek?
Question: I've had a pea size lump in my cheek for about six weeks. No pain. What specialist should I speak with?
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Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
If the lump is on the inside of your mouth and does not feel deep, then see a dentist or an ENT doctor.
If the lump feels as though it is fairly superficial in the soft tissue on the outside of the cheek, then see a dermatologist. Epidermoid cysts (benign) are common, and a dermatologist can check whether it is anything else in the skin as well.
If it feels as though it may be in a salivary gland, see an ENT doctor. Here is a drawing of the locations of the salivary glands. You'll need to copy and paste this into your address bar to see it I think: http://www.mayoclinic.org/salivary-glands/img-0000
If it feels as though it is in a lymph node, see your regular doctor (not a PA or NP) to have them examine it and decide what to do from there.
I hope this information helps. Please let me know if you need further information.
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Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX
If the lump is on the inside of your mouth and does not feel deep, then see a dentist or an ENT doctor.
If the lump feels as though it is fairly superficial in the soft tissue on the outside of the cheek, then see a dermatologist. Epidermoid cysts (benign) are common, and a dermatologist can check whether it is anything else in the skin as well.
If it feels as though it may be in a salivary gland, see an ENT doctor. Here is a drawing of the locations of the salivary glands. You'll need to copy and paste this into your address bar to see it I think: http://www.mayoclinic.org/salivary-glands/img-0000
If it feels as though it is in a lymph node, see your regular doctor (not a PA or NP) to have them examine it and decide what to do from there.
I hope this information helps. Please let me know if you need further information.
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