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What Causes Persistent Lump Near The Chin?

Hi. So I have this small lump on the left side of my jaw, close to my chin. I might have had it for longer, but I first recall noticing it about, two years ago in summer. It throbbed lightly once or twice a day for a few days and has continued to do so every few months. It is hard and unlovable and not tender or painful to the touch. It's size has remained consistent over the years. There seem to be no accompanying symtoms that I can see. I have brought the issue up with my mother, who dismissed my worries andude promted me to feel her jaw, where I found a similar lump. It seemed much smaller, but perhaps I am simply overplaying it because of my fearfulness. I only worry because of the occasional throbbing. Today was similar, but I also expected itchiness through the day. Two things that could have no correlation whatsoever. I worry about it and am too afraid to speak. Could this be a dental problem, some sort of growth or swollen lymph node, or simply a quirk I inherited from my mother?? I hope I didn't ramble and gave enough information to make some sort assessment. Thank you beforehand.
Fri, 29 Jul 2016
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Hi.
Welcome to HCM

As per your complain a persistent over the jaw near the chin that is hard and immovable and persisting since 2 years that throbs at times seems to be most probably a lymph node that is enlarged and as it is present since 2 years it needs evaluation as it can be due to lymphoma formation while at times it can be due to any chronic infections which can occur in head and neck region and can be commonly associated with dental problems..
I would suggest you to consult an Oral Surgeon and get evaluated and he can do a clinical evaluation and advise investigations like ultrasound and biopsy to confirm the exact nature of swelling and treat you accordingly..
As of now you can do alternate warm and cool compresses over it and if there is throbbing or pain take Ibuprofen..

Hope this helps..

Regards..
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What Causes Persistent Lump Near The Chin?

Hi. Welcome to HCM As per your complain a persistent over the jaw near the chin that is hard and immovable and persisting since 2 years that throbs at times seems to be most probably a lymph node that is enlarged and as it is present since 2 years it needs evaluation as it can be due to lymphoma formation while at times it can be due to any chronic infections which can occur in head and neck region and can be commonly associated with dental problems.. I would suggest you to consult an Oral Surgeon and get evaluated and he can do a clinical evaluation and advise investigations like ultrasound and biopsy to confirm the exact nature of swelling and treat you accordingly.. As of now you can do alternate warm and cool compresses over it and if there is throbbing or pain take Ibuprofen.. Hope this helps.. Regards..