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I have developed a painful pea sized lump on the right hand side of my jaw half way along from ear to chin for the second time in the last four weeks.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Lump: If the lump is under the skin it may be a lymph gland reacting to an inflammatory process in the mouth. An enlarged salivary gland ,secondary to a blocked duct, is usually larger than peasized. A physician can advise you better after examining you.

Answered 10/24/2016

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A member asked:

I have developed a painful pea sized lump on the right hand side of my jaw half way along from ear to chin for the second time in the last four weeks.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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