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Small hard lump under right ear behind lower jaw. have had it for at least 5 years now. what could cause this and what affordable ways could treat it?

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Many things: It could be a cyst, tumor, swollen lymph node, etc. Get a referral from your dr. For this to be biopsied, and removed properly. The fact it's been there for 5 yr leads me to believe it is not too serious, but get it removed.

Answered 5/24/2016

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