A 19-year-old male asked:
why does masturbating and even erections make my lymph node under my jaw get painful and swollen?
1 doctor answer
Dr. Robert Killian answered
28 years experience General Practice
Anatomy: There is no physical, nerve, or chemical connection there. Your lymph node is not connected in any way to your sexual activity.
Answered on Apr 11, 2014
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