Hi there.

Thanks for the query.

You have provided with good information and I appreciate it. In order to guide you appropriately, I will need a few more details regarding your problem, so please answer the following questions in as much detail as possible.

Since when is the lump present ?

Is the lump smooth and rubbery ? Are there any other such lumps or swellings over your body, including front and sides of neck ?

Do you have any problem with your scalp ? Any pain, infection in the scalp ?

Any recent weight loss, fever ?

According to the history provided, it most probably is a lymph node swelling just below your hairline. It could be due to variety of causes but commonly due to infections and inflammation of scalp or nearby structures.

Regarding ear infection, usually lymph node enlargement occurs in front or behind the affected ear first.

Usually scalp infections cause lymph node swelling near the hairline.

Other causes could be subcutaneous swellings like fat collection or lipoma, fibroma, etc.

It is best you consult with a Dermatologist in this regard to evaluate the swelling and decide next step to be taken.

Kindly do respond to above queries.

I hope I have answered your query. I will be available to answer your follow up queries.

Wishing good health.

Regards,

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Hi there.

Thanks for the reply.

Cold or lymph node enlargement but unlikely over scalp area.

There is a chance of some scalp infection or possible systemic viral infections which is causing the lymph node swelling.

It is advisable to get a thorough checkup to find the possible causes of this phenomenon from a competent Dermatologist.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you have any more concerns. If all your queries are answered, please close this discussion.

Wish you good health.

Regards,

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