Fast growing neck lump under jaw line doubled in size in one month

Question 1

Small lump under jaw only on the right side for the past 10yrs. it will become sensitive, not swollen and then go away for mnths. i notice it when i bend my neck forward or all the way right. it will be sensitive for a day then go away but why?

Answer

If the lump has not grown in 10 years, let it be. It may be a scarred lymph gland that is palpable and responds to changes in oral flora. You may feel... Read More

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Question 2

Hard lump under jaw left side of neck. been for scans. biopsy and lymph node removed 3 weeks ago. lump still there and more painful, what could it be?

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Wait for report: Wait for biopsy report , if it is benign, it is post operative reaction and will subside in couple of wks , speak to your surgeon if any treatmen... Read More

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Question 3

I have a pea sized movable lump under jaw. it was large i had a virus for 3 weeks; then decreased to the pea sized shape. ent & pcp doc said insignificant node. worried it never went back to original

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Lymph gland enlarged: Lymph glands may enlarge when there is an acute infection. Usually, this is temporary and the lymph node will reduce to original size. Sometimes, ho... Read More

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Agree it is insignif: The basic function of lymph nodes is to trap germs and attempt to kill them,,resulting in their enlargement,other causes,that need further evaluation,... Read More

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Question 4

Part on throat right under jaw kind of hurts? lymph nodes? don't feel two lumps on the side, but sort of one big lump? just feel like neck is thicker?

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Infection?: This could be a salivary gland infection, lymph node, or less likely a cyst. I recommend getting it checked out by a doctor so that you can get treat... Read More

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Question 5

Pain lower jaw and i also have a neck lump. what is this?

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Many choices: It could be an abscessed tooth or an impacted wisdom tooth. Advise you to start with a dental visit for diagnosis and treatment.

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Question 6

18 years old, stiff neck, lump in right side of neck, headache, jaw pain going on for 3 weeks, gets worst when smoking?

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Symptoms: Symptoms indicate infection. Source of infection has to be discovered and treated. You say smoking makes it worse. Concern is the harm smoking can do,... Read More

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Question 7

I am experiencing a slight neck lump or bulge. upper neck close to head. slight pain for a couple of nights if sleeping in wrong position. ?

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The most common: cause of a neck lump is an enlarged lymph node. Or, in the location you describe, an enlarged or swollen salivary gland. But the fact that it seems to... Read More

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Question 8

Could my neck lump be a sign of cancer? i have a pretty big lump that is visible on my left side especially if i turn my head. i am 21 years old cur

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Benign nodule : Common surface nodules on the neck include cysts and lipomas. They may grow larger or be painful. However there are some nodules that may be cancerous... Read More

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Question 9

Hi i have just felt a small lump in the top middle of my neck below the jaw is it normal

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??salivary stone: The spot you are describing is where the submandibular salivary glands are,one on each side of the midline.Each gland has a duct(channel)which carries... Read More

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Question 10

Hi, i hav 2 painless lumps in the side of neck and under jaw, been drs and said its ok may b lymp nodes, sumtimes get pain there if i have a virus?hlp

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Lymph nodes: These lumps are likely to be lymph nodes, but can also be skin cysts. Depends on how long you had them, they can be secondary to a virus, or skin irri... Read More

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Fast growing neck lump under jaw line doubled in size in one month

Small lump under jaw only on the right side for the past 10yrs. it will become sensitive, not swollen and then go away for mnths. i notice it when i bend my neck forward or all the way right. it will be sensitive for a day then go away but why?

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Hard lump under jaw left side of neck. been for scans. biopsy and lymph node removed 3 weeks ago. lump still there and more painful, what could it be?

I have a pea sized movable lump under jaw. it was large i had a virus for 3 weeks; then decreased to the pea sized shape. ent & pcp doc said insignificant node. worried it never went back to original

Part on throat right under jaw kind of hurts? lymph nodes? don't feel two lumps on the side, but sort of one big lump? just feel like neck is thicker?

Pain lower jaw and i also have a neck lump. what is this?

18 years old, stiff neck, lump in right side of neck, headache, jaw pain going on for 3 weeks, gets worst when smoking?

I am experiencing a slight neck lump or bulge. upper neck close to head. slight pain for a couple of nights if sleeping in wrong position. ?

Could my neck lump be a sign of cancer? i have a pretty big lump that is visible on my left side especially if i turn my head. i am 21 years old cur

Hi i have just felt a small lump in the top middle of my neck below the jaw is it normal

Hi, i hav 2 painless lumps in the side of neck and under jaw, been drs and said its ok may b lymp nodes, sumtimes get pain there if i have a virus?hlp

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