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Suggest Treatments For Large Lump On The Cavity Under Cheek Bone
I have what feels like a large round lump in the cavity under my left cheek bone. It is very hard and moves around. Last week I bruised my cheek but I don't know if this connected. I was feeling my cheek because of the bruise when i discovered this lump. What might it be and what should I do?
Sat, 19 Apr 2014
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recent history of cheek trauma and bruise with lump under the cheek bone is most likely a lymph node and yes it is connected. Inflammation swells the lymph nodes nearby and aids the healing process. it will go away. Just hang on there, Do as directed by your doctor, Topical NSAIDs and rest will be sufficient. Seek the PCP nearby if the problem persists. No worries though
take care
recent history of cheek trauma and bruise with lump under the cheek bone is most likely a lymph node and yes it is connected. Inflammation swells the lymph nodes nearby and aids the healing process. it will go away. Just hang on there, Do as directed by your doctor, Topical NSAIDs and rest will be sufficient. Seek the PCP nearby if the problem persists. No worries though
take care
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