Question 1

is there a lymph node in between jaw bone and ear?

Accepted Answer

Yes and nearby: Lymphatic system absorbs/carries things too big to go into the arteries/veins like bacteria eaten by white cells and digested food. Lymph nodes "taste" the lymph for anything bad  like bacteria/viruses/cancers, etc. When it detects a problem, it alerts the immune system and your body reacts.  They enlarge in response to the inflammation they create when they react.  They shrink when all is well.

Question 2

what could be the cause of burning sensation in lymph node behind ear near jaw and some ringing in that ear from time to time?

Accepted Answer

Possible infection: Lymph nodes are localized groups of white cells that are designed to attack foreign tissue, especially infections.  When activated, there can be a burning sensation to the surrounding tissues.  Ringing in the ear is a non specific symptom, but may be associated with inflammation and infection.  Best to have this checked out.

Question 3

i have some pain under left ear and lymph node under jaw is hurting too. for about a week. what could this be?  is it serious? like cancer?

Accepted Answer

Ear infection?: Throat infection ? An infection usually around the painful and/or  swollen lymhonode is usually the cause of the problem. Please see your doctor. I hope this helps.

Question 4

swollen lymph node under left side of jaw is now making my ears feel like i went in an airplane what's this from?

Accepted Answer

Blocked tube: Your eustachian tube is blocked, either by the mass effect of the node or something else. If this persists or gets worse, get it seen.

Question 5

i have a swollen lymph node just below my ear and under my jaw. been there about 3 weeks and fluctuates in size but is moveable and hard?

Accepted Answer

See your dentist: You need to rule out dental abcess(infection) 1st. If the dentist feels it's not tooth related then he can refer you to ENT specialist for eval
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Question 6

i have a lymph node or a gland right under the right side of my jaw it hurts to touch and kinda hurts when i talk. hurts all the way to my ear help?

Accepted Answer

Some infection: A painful swollen node is a sign of an infection. On your jaw it could be from your teeth or another place in your neck or upper chest. The best way to know is to get an exam. If you can feel problems in your mouth it would be better to go to your dentist.

Question 7

swollen lymph node, painful to touchand moves around.  jaw pain ringing in ears. no fever at all! what could this be?

Accepted Answer

Dental infection: Dental infection due to tooth abscess, gum abscess or combination of both. Very common for the symptoms you described. Lymphadenitis or swollen lymph nodes is due to viral or bacterial infection. Rec.: see your dentist to rule out dental problem.

Question 8

my 4 yo has a perforated ear drum that is being repaired in a few days. he also has a swollen lymph node under his jaw on same side. related?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Let your pediatrician know to be sure not an infection.

Question 9

i have what i think is a swollen lymph node in front of my ear where my jaw connects. what could be the cause of it? and should i go to a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Probable parotid: Lymph nodes representing primary or   metastatic disease when noted in the cervical region usually appear in  jugular chain anteriorly or  less commonly in the posterior triangle. A primary arises from oral cavity or thyroid  A lesion  in  the preauricluar region  is parotidglmost frequently.  Any surgeon performing H&amp;N or parotid surgery can define your lesion.

Question 10

i have what i think to be swollen lymph node in my neck behind my ear near jaw it doesn't seem to be getting larger but it burns what can cause this?

Accepted Answer

Multiple causes:: Enlarged lymph nodes can be associated with infection, inflammation, or sometimes cancer.  To be safe, you should see your primary care physician for evaluation.

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Is there a lymph node in between jaw bone and ear?

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What could be the cause of burning sensation in lymph node behind ear near jaw and some ringing in that ear from time to time?

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I have some pain under left ear and lymph node under jaw is hurting too. for about a week. what could this be? is it serious? like cancer?

A member asked:

Swollen lymph node under left side of jaw is now making my ears feel like i went in an airplane what's this from?

A member asked:

I have a swollen lymph node just below my ear and under my jaw. been there about 3 weeks and fluctuates in size but is moveable and hard?

A member asked:

I have a lymph node or a gland right under the right side of my jaw it hurts to touch and kinda hurts when i talk. hurts all the way to my ear help?

A member asked:

Swollen lymph node, painful to touchand moves around. jaw pain ringing in ears. no fever at all! what could this be?

A member asked:

My 4 yo has a perforated ear drum that is being repaired in a few days. he also has a swollen lymph node under his jaw on same side. related?

A member asked:

I have what i think is a swollen lymph node in front of my ear where my jaw connects. what could be the cause of it? and should i go to a doctor?

A member asked:

I have what i think to be swollen lymph node in my neck behind my ear near jaw it doesn't seem to be getting larger but it burns what can cause this?

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