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What's the most common cause for swollen lymph node behind ear?

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Dr. Deborah Lim answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Infection: Lymph nodes behind the ear drain areas of the adjacent scalp and ear. If you have any infection of that area, the lymph nodes will be enlarged and tender

Answered 2/24/2018

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