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There is a little hollow spot behind the ear under the mastoid bone and in the neck you can just put your finger into, is there a lymph node in that area?why would it be uncomfortable for me to chew there, there is no swelling at all?

Q: there is a little hollow spot behind the ear under the mastoid bone and in the neck you can just put your finger into, is there a lymph node in that area?why would it be uncomfortable for me to chew there, there is no swelling at all?

: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. If the discomfort is not subsiding, it would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

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It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. If the discomfort is not subsiding, it would be prudent to see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Answered 8/4/2022

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A member asked:

There is a little hollow spot behind the ear under the mastoid bone and in the neck you can just put your finger into, is there a lymph node in that area?why would it be uncomfortable for me to chew there, there is no swelling at all?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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