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I have a small pea sized lump under my earlobe sort of where my jaw meets my earlobe. it's moveable and i'm wondering what it may be.

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Dr. Donald Cohen answered

A few things: This area may have a lymph node which may be enlarged. You could have something in your parotid gland like a stone or other mass. You should see an oral ; maxillofacial surgeon or ENT surgeon to be evaluated.

Dr Debnath agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I have a small pea sized lump under my earlobe sort of where my jaw meets my earlobe. it's moveable and i'm wondering what it may be.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Cohen answered

Dr Debnath agreed

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