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Lump under jaw line
I am a 25 year old male with a very stressfull occupation. I found a dime size painless lump under my jaw line on the right side. I have allergies to air irritants but I am not currently suffering from the symptoms and I don't have a cold. The left side has no lumps. Please help. (although no blood relation i just had a family member diagnosed with cancer in the same area) So I am very worried. Please Help.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi. That painless lump under the jaw line is most likely a prominent lymph node. Lymph nodes in that area can enlarge if you have a throat or ear infection, or dental cavities. If you're bothered by it, you may wish to have it checked by a doctor to see if it's anything serious.
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