Question 1

i have a nodule in my lung, and i just found a knot in my jaw.i also have been having really bad headaches and fevers, and im exhausted all the time?

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Multiple symptoms: The symptoms you described are fairly loosely connected. Although, they may be the links of the same chain, it's hard to make such connection based on the paucity of data provided. Seeing your doc will help sort things out.

Question 2

what to do if i have small knots under my jaw?

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Oral surgeon or ENT: Could be many causes. See an oral surgeon or ENT doc for diagnosis/treatment suggestions.

Question 3

what would cause a knot in lower jaw with pain to the touch?

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Many things: Could be anything from an abscess to a cyst to a tumor.  Strongly recommend a dental visit to evaluate.

Question 4

my son has a knot inside his jaw, tests ruled out an abscess , my question is what else could it be?

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Multiple things: A good physical exam could probably rule this out better. A salivary stone, lymph node, cyst, etc are all possible.  It's good it's not an abscess, but a follow up with an ENT might be called for if it's not resolving.

Question 5

i had woke up four days ago with a knot under my skin on my jaw line what is this? woke up today now one is starting on my left side also.

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Probably node: It's probably a swollen gland, or lymph node. The can swell due to any inflammatory process, including a viral infection you get with a cold. If associated with moderate to severe pain, or other symtoms develop, you may want to see a primary care provider. Probably ok to watch it for now. Hope this helps!

Question 6

i have a large painful knot in the left side of my neck just below the jaw line i'm 45 years old, 200lbs?

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Need Consultation: This could be anything from a tooth abcess or a tumor.  Have a dentist look at it for you, .

Question 7

i have big knot on my jaw got n fight 3 days ago its swollen knot is size of half dollar and hole right side is swollen do u think its serious or will bnok?

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Broken Jaw: It is very possible you have a broken jaw.  You should go to an emergency room or urgent care to have an X-ray taken.

Question 8

i have a small knot under ear kinda close to jaw?

Accepted Answer

Several options: A small knot under the skin at the angle of the jaw may be an ingrown hair, a pimple, an oil gland cyst.   Do not squeeze; hot, moist compresses may promote drainage of the affected area. Treatment may include antibiotics applied to the skin or taken by mouth.

Question 9

i have knot on my jaw line... it's about the size of a quarter and very tender to the touch.. i have not been sick. it's been small but now growing?

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Get it checked: Could be an infected cyst or gland. If it tender have it looked at

Question 10

i'm having a lot of jaw pain and feel a large knot on the right side when i open my mouth. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Parotid gland?: Jaw pain with opening mouth and same sided "knot" in a thirties male raises concern for a parotid salivary gland mass, and this  needs to be diagnosed by a doctor.

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I have a nodule in my lung, and i just found a knot in my jaw.i also have been having really bad headaches and fevers, and im exhausted all the time?

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What to do if i have small knots under my jaw?

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What would cause a knot in lower jaw with pain to the touch?

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My son has a knot inside his jaw, tests ruled out an abscess , my question is what else could it be?

A member asked:

I had woke up four days ago with a knot under my skin on my jaw line what is this? woke up today now one is starting on my left side also.

A member asked:

I have a large painful knot in the left side of my neck just below the jaw line i'm 45 years old, 200lbs?

A member asked:

I have big knot on my jaw got n fight 3 days ago its swollen knot is size of half dollar and hole right side is swollen do u think its serious or will bnok?

A member asked:

I have a small knot under ear kinda close to jaw?

A member asked:

I have knot on my jaw line... it's about the size of a quarter and very tender to the touch.. i have not been sick. it's been small but now growing?

A member asked:

I'm having a lot of jaw pain and feel a large knot on the right side when i open my mouth. what could it be?

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