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What Causes Tender, Protrusion Behind Ear?

Hi, I m a 33 y.o. female who had a kidney transplant 15 yrs ago. I went to the ER a few days ago b/c I woke up a protrusion behind my right ear and felt tenderness. The dr. diagnosed me with a swollen lymph node. However, I do not have signs of an infection (no fever, redness, etc). Now that area feels a little numb. Is this normal? (FYI, I am on immunosuppresants.)
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Hello,

The symptoms seem to be related to a reactive lymph node. The reactive lymph node is commonly related to an infection in the system. I suggest to check the ear for an ear infection at an ENT specialist. I also suggest to check the dentures for an infection. Meanwhile,I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms.

Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Tender, Protrusion Behind Ear?

Hello, The symptoms seem to be related to a reactive lymph node. The reactive lymph node is commonly related to an infection in the system. I suggest to check the ear for an ear infection at an ENT specialist. I also suggest to check the dentures for an infection. Meanwhile,I suggest using anti inflammatory medications such as Acetaminophen to relieve the symptoms. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician