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What Causes Lump On Top Of Jaw,mild Ear Pain And Unusual Taste In Mouth?
I have a lump on top of my jaw hinge just below my cheek. I also have a mild ear ache and a metallic taste in my mouth. I have been quite unwell all afternoon and slept for about four hours. It doesn t feel dental related perhaps a gland swelling but I am worried.
Tue, 23 Jun 2015
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern.
As per your query you have symptoms of lump on top of jaw along with mild ear pain and unusual taste in mouth is mainly because of blockage of salivary gland duct due to stone mainly submandibular and parotid glands. When saliva cannot flow through a duct, it backs up in the gland, causing swelling and pain.
I would suggest you not to worry about anything. Try sucking on sugar-free lemon drops and drinking a lot of water, which cause an increase in saliva production. This can sometimes be enough to force the stone out of the duct. You might also be able move the stone by applying heat and gently massaging the affected area. If condition don't improve visit dentist or ENT specialist once.
Dentist can try to push it out by pressing on both sides of the duct. Stones that are large or located deep within your duct need to be surgically removed. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is another treatment option for your condition.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern.
As per your query you have symptoms of lump on top of jaw along with mild ear pain and unusual taste in mouth is mainly because of blockage of salivary gland duct due to stone mainly submandibular and parotid glands. When saliva cannot flow through a duct, it backs up in the gland, causing swelling and pain.
I would suggest you not to worry about anything. Try sucking on sugar-free lemon drops and drinking a lot of water, which cause an increase in saliva production. This can sometimes be enough to force the stone out of the duct. You might also be able move the stone by applying heat and gently massaging the affected area. If condition don't improve visit dentist or ENT specialist once.
Dentist can try to push it out by pressing on both sides of the duct. Stones that are large or located deep within your duct need to be surgically removed. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy is another treatment option for your condition.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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