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Large, hard lump on face, along jaw, also achey when i chew gum?
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Parotitis: If the swelling is located in front of and below the ear, you probably have an infection of the parotid gland which is one of the salivary glands. This is the same gland affected when you have mumps.
Answered 7/29/2014
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Lump: Could be a parotid gland disease. See a specialist soon.
Answered 12/22/2012
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