HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

What Causes A Painful Lump Behind The Ear?

Hi, I found a lump on my neck 6 months ago and went to the doctor he said it was a swollen lymph node so he gave a antibiotic that I was to take for 5 day. After the medication the lump is still there and has not gone down. Now, 3 days ago i found another lump but this time behind my ear and it is painful. Sometimes it sends a shock of pain to my head and I don t know what it could be.
Wed, 17 Sep 2014
Report Abuse
ENT Specialist,  's  Response
hello, thanks for your query, I assume both are lymphnode enlargements secondary to some infection in head and neck. any way, do fine needle aspiration cytology study to know the cause and visit an ent surgeon for detailed Ent examination . hope I have answered your query. all the best. take care.
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
What Causes A Painful Lump Behind The Ear?

hello, thanks for your query, I assume both are lymphnode enlargements secondary to some infection in head and neck. any way, do fine needle aspiration cytology study to know the cause and visit an ent surgeon for detailed Ent examination . hope I have answered your query. all the best. take care.