What Should Be Done For Lump Under The Chin?

Posted on Mon, 27 Jan 2014

Question: Hello, This evening inoticed my 3 yr old had a little pea size lump under her chin. She doesnt seem bothered by it but it worries me. What should i do?

Answered by Dr. Synthyia Bhagat (56 minutes later)

Brief Answer: relax. Detailed Answer: Hi. Thanks for your query. I understand your concern. Relax,there is nothing to worry. Asymptomatic lymphadenopathy is commonly seen in young children. In case it is not associated with pain/fever /or increase in size nothing to worry. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have further question. Wishing your baby good health. God bless..

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Synthyia Bhagat (4 hours later)

Thank you, How long will it be there and when should i see our Dr?

Answered by Dr. Synthyia Bhagat (33 minutes later)

Brief Answer: hi Detailed Answer: Thanks for your follow up. These sometines regress of its own and sometimes persist for few years. You need to consult doctor in case. -it increases in size. -is associated with fever. -it is painful. Hope this helps. Take care..

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar