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My son has a lump on the right side of his neck. behind ear lower than jaw line. is this concerning? nurse at school said it is hard, not hot and no discolored area?

Q: my son has a lump on the right side of his neck. behind ear lower than jaw line. is this concerning? nurse at school said it is hard, not hot and no discolored area?

: It is likely a lymph node but only a doctor examining him can tell for sure. So, see his doctor to be certain what it is. Good luck!

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It is likely a lymph node but only a doctor examining him can tell for sure. So, see his doctor to be certain what it is. Good luck!

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/9/2023

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These are often simple lymph nodes, noticed because they are not buried in/under tissue of fat. There are dozens scattered throughout the head & neck. By itself, finding one is not concerning as described.

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A member asked:

My son has a lump on the right side of his neck. behind ear lower than jaw line. is this concerning? nurse at school said it is hard, not hot and no discolored area?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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