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A member asked:
What could cause a swollen jaw and ear tissue or gland?
10 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Parotid tumor: If this is in front of your ear.. It could be a tumor of the parotid gland. See your local ent.
Answered 2/22/2019
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Acute infections: If the issue is acute could be infection either in ear or gums, parotitis, tumor if this persists.
Answered 10/2/2016
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Varied: Many. Could be tooth problem, jaw joint problem, muscles in pain around TMJ. bruxism, parotid gland problem. . I would start with an oral surgeon to diagnose/make recommendations.
Answered 11/28/2017
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See an ENT: The major cause of swollen parotid glands is a virus that causes mumps.The cause of the swelling must be identified and visit to an ENT is warranted.
Answered 4/12/2015
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