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What Causes Hard Lump Above The Right Ear?

Posted on Wed, 29 Jun 2016

Question: I noticed a hard bump above the right ear tip for my two month baby what it may be?

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please upload an image.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone through your query but would require more information in this regard. Please upload an image with a pointing arrow to the area where you notice the hard bump. Mention if there has been any other changes like redness, warmth or tenderness over the area. Also mention if any other symptoms have been present.

I will await your response. Based on that I will guide you further.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Diptanshu Das (2 hours later)

I had uploaded the image...please check there is no change in the bump its same as yesterday..she got cold littel bit.

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Lymph node swelling

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for writing back.

I have checked the attached image. It seems to be a lymph node swelling (supra auricular lymph node). It is likely to indicate some localized infection. It is not likely to be a cause for concern but if you are apprehensive, you can get it evaluated by a doctor.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Diptanshu Das (7 hours later)

Did i need ro use any medicine for the bump to disappear or it will disappear by itself,if so how many days it will take to disappear

Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (43 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Medicines would not help.

Detailed Answer:
There is no medication to reduce the swelling. However the underlying problem needs to be looked into. A doctor would be able to evaluate it properly.

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar