Swelling Below The Ear Lobe. Took Minocyclin. Chances Of Cancer?
I have a question. I am a disabled veteran and I am in the mountains right now so a little far away from the nearest Va hospital. I noticed swelling right below my earlobe. Possibly a lump but a lot of swelling. Took an antibiotic that I was prescribed. Minocyclin. Does this antibiotic do this? Is this cancer? Do I need to drive to the VA? It is a while away.
How long has the swelling been there for & how long have you been on minocycline medications?
Only in few postmarketing studies prolonged use of minocycline has been associated with thyroid cancer which would cause swelling in front part of neck.
Considering description of your symptoms I feel swelling under ear lobe is likely to be lymph node enlargement - in due course it will need to be checked by Dr to confirm diagnosis but monitor for change in size, shape , feel & colour of overlying skin - if any worsening you will need consultation with medical professional.
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Swelling Below The Ear Lobe. Took Minocyclin. Chances Of Cancer?
How long has the swelling been there for & how long have you been on minocycline medications? Only in few postmarketing studies prolonged use of minocycline has been associated with thyroid cancer which would cause swelling in front part of neck. Considering description of your symptoms I feel swelling under ear lobe is likely to be lymph node enlargement - in due course it will need to be checked by Dr to confirm diagnosis but monitor for change in size, shape , feel & colour of overlying skin - if any worsening you will need consultation with medical professional.