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What Causes A Lump Under The Chin In A Child?

My daughter is almost 13 and this morning noticed a lump under her chin. I am assuming it is a submandibular lymph node. It is tender to the touch and about 1 cm. She also has a 1/2 cm lump in front of an ear which she has had for several months. She does have mild acne so I am assuming this is the most likely cause? She has no elevated temp. She does take Cetirizine 5mg daily for moderate allergies. Possible sinus infection being masked?
Fri, 23 Dec 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain it seems like she has swollen submental or submandibular lmph node swelling and the lump in front of ear can be swollen Parotid group of lymph nodes, while can also be due to swollen parotid gland secondary to infection or other causes..

You should consult a Paediatrician and get evaluated..
After thorough examination and investigations like ultrasound and FNAC/Biopsy the correct diagnosis and treatment can be done ..

In case of infections and inflammation antibiotics like Augmentin or amoxicillin and anti-inflammatory medicines like steroids can be taken..
As of now do alternate warm and cool compresses over the swelling..
If there is pain Acetaminophen/Tylenol can be advised..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards..
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..


Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..
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What Causes A Lump Under The Chin In A Child?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain it seems like she has swollen submental or submandibular lmph node swelling and the lump in front of ear can be swollen Parotid group of lymph nodes, while can also be due to swollen parotid gland secondary to infection or other causes.. You should consult a Paediatrician and get evaluated.. After thorough examination and investigations like ultrasound and FNAC/Biopsy the correct diagnosis and treatment can be done .. In case of infections and inflammation antibiotics like Augmentin or amoxicillin and anti-inflammatory medicines like steroids can be taken.. As of now do alternate warm and cool compresses over the swelling.. If there is pain Acetaminophen/Tylenol can be advised.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards.. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..