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What Is The Painless Lump On The Underside Of Chin?
Question: I have a bean size lump on the underside of my chin, but I can move it side to side and up on the outside of my jaw bone, it is painless and is very hard. I have been experiencing malaise, fatigue, headaches, and nausea over the last 3 or 4 weeks. Should I go to a doctor and what could it be?
Brief Answer:
painless lump can be lymph node
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I understand your concern , As you have painless lump which is easily movable under the jaw it may be Lymph node enlarged due to infection or mild illness and as it has been over 3 to 4 weeks you should consider a doctor for evaluation , doctor can perform local examination of lump and if needed go for Biopsy.
Hope I have answered your query .
If you have further query I will be happy to help.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka tiwari
painless lump can be lymph node
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I understand your concern , As you have painless lump which is easily movable under the jaw it may be Lymph node enlarged due to infection or mild illness and as it has been over 3 to 4 weeks you should consider a doctor for evaluation , doctor can perform local examination of lump and if needed go for Biopsy.
Hope I have answered your query .
If you have further query I will be happy to help.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka tiwari
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