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What Causes A Swollen Lymph Node Under The Ear?
Hi,i have a swollen lymph node just under my ear.I only noticed it today.For now I m suspecting my period. I started my period 21/11/2016 and finished 25/11/2016.I m having my period again just after 2 days of the last period.Could it be something else besides what I m thinking?
Mon, 16 Jan 2017
Hi,
Lymph node under ear can be due to nearby infection like ear or throat infection. If it persist then it should be examined by a general surgeon. In such case biopsy of lymph node will be required. Mantoux skin test should be done to rule out possibility of tuberculosis also.
Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything not clear.
Thanks,
Dr. Nishad BN
Lymph node under ear can be due to nearby infection like ear or throat infection. If it persist then it should be examined by a general surgeon. In such case biopsy of lymph node will be required. Mantoux skin test should be done to rule out possibility of tuberculosis also.
Hope this may help you. Let me know if anything not clear.
Thanks,
Dr. Nishad BN
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