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A member asked:

Lump near left ear, not painful but egg size, appeared quickly.

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Could be: Swollen parotid (salivary) gland. Sometimes the duct that delivers saliva to the inside of the cheek can get plugged. If you notice dryness on that side when eating, that's a clue. There are also diseases that can cause glands to swell. Get checked by your doctor.

Dr Harwood agreed

Answered 1/28/2013

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