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What Is This Pea Sized Lump On The Face Of My Child ?

My 16 month old daughter has a hard pea sized lump on the jawline on the left side of her face . It doesn t seem to bother her when i touch it, and she seems to be feeling fine. Should I worry? What could cause this?????
Wed, 18 Jan 2012
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General & Family Physician 's  Response
Hi,
Thanks for query,
It seems that she might have enlarge lymph node.
See for some infection in near area.
Ok and bye.
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Pediatrician Dr. Vibin K V's  Response
hi,
welcome to Health Care Magic,
must be a lymphnode which is normally seen in children but if its significant or not can only be decided after its seen by some doctor, so if its bothering you too much, show it to any doctor.
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What Is This Pea Sized Lump On The Face Of My Child ?

Hi, Thanks for query, It seems that she might have enlarge lymph node. See for some infection in near area. Ok and bye.