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What Could Be The Cause Lumps In Jaw?
Question: I have two swollen lumps along my jawline One is under the ear and the other in the bottom of the cheek nearer my chin. I have Sjögren’s syndrome. Could that cause lumps in jaw?
Brief Answer:
The symptoms can be related to Sjogren's syndrome.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The lumps in the jaw can be related to Sjogren's syndrome.
Sjogren's syndrome can cause swollen lymph nodes of the salivary glands on your jaw.
If you are already treating Sjogren's, you should continue the treatment as prescribed by your doctor.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
The symptoms can be related to Sjogren's syndrome.
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
The lumps in the jaw can be related to Sjogren's syndrome.
Sjogren's syndrome can cause swollen lymph nodes of the salivary glands on your jaw.
If you are already treating Sjogren's, you should continue the treatment as prescribed by your doctor.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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