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Suggest Treatment For A Small Hard Lump On The Jaw

Hi there, I have just noticed that I have a small hard lump alongside my jaw line next to my left ear. It is only noticeable when I press down on it and when I do I get pain that stays with me in that area for an hour at most. Should I go and see my GP asap or wait until there is any changes?
Mon, 30 Nov 2015
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns....

As per your complain a small hard lump along jaw line, next to left ear can be swollen lymph node..
It can occur due to due to recent history of infection in head and neck region especially ear, scalp, lower back teeth..
I would suggest you to consult an Infectious medicine specialist and get evaluated and a through clinical evaluation and a biopsy can help in diagnosis..
As of now you can do warm compresses over the swollen nodes and take Ibuprofen to relieve inflammation and swelling as well as pain..


Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..
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Suggest Treatment For A Small Hard Lump On The Jaw

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.... As per your complain a small hard lump along jaw line, next to left ear can be swollen lymph node.. It can occur due to due to recent history of infection in head and neck region especially ear, scalp, lower back teeth.. I would suggest you to consult an Infectious medicine specialist and get evaluated and a through clinical evaluation and a biopsy can help in diagnosis.. As of now you can do warm compresses over the swollen nodes and take Ibuprofen to relieve inflammation and swelling as well as pain.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..