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A member asked:
Should i be worried about this lump in my upper cheek by my molars im 16 don't do anytobaco. my parents say its nothing if im worried get chkd. cancer?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
This could be one...: Of many things, but the most likely is an infection associated with your teeth. There are also non-infectious inflammatory states that can produce these findings. Or it could be a pre-auricular node that is swollen due to inflammation of the external auditory canal. I could go on and on. But, if you are worried, best to just have it checked out and move on. Good luck to you.
Answered 9/10/2013
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Cancer unlikely: You may have inflamed gums near the molar. See a dentist or oral surgeon to allay your fears and determine the cause of your lump.
Answered 3/11/2016
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