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I have a lump on the left side of my neck just below my chin. i noticed it since november of 2013. not painful. what is this? im scared about it.

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Dr. Nayana Trivedi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Do not be scared: Lymph nodes and salivary gland can become palpable with infection but can be painful and of short duration. Lipoma ( a benign Fat accumulation underneath the skin) or Blockage of Oil gland causing Sebaceous cyst . This can remain non tender for long time until gets infected. If you have persistent gum, facial infection LN can be palpable. if you are scared get it checked

Answered 7/7/2014

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