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I have a hard, swollen painful lynph node on my neck/directly behind my ear.possibly the jugulodigastric area?present for at least 1month, any advice?
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Cyst vs lymph node: Perhaps you have an infected cyst, ingrown hair, possibly an abscess (pus pocket). Regardless, go see your family doc for an evaluation to determine which is which because it's hard & swollen for last month. Your family doc may recommend antibiotics or lancing/draining depending upon examination. In the meantime, warm compresses are useful for infections while cold packs are used for injuries.
Answered 12/16/2014
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Lymphadenopathy: Lymph nodal enlargement with pain for one month, may need some work up. It can be inflammation, infection and benign or malignancy, Malignant enlargement is usually painless.
Answered 12/16/2014
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Get checked: Could be mono , a cyst , a lymph node, a hidden infection, malignancy. Best to get thoroughly checked by your doctor. Good luck.
Answered 12/16/2014
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