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What Causes Lumps Under The Ear?

Hi, my 17 month old grandson has had a 'dint' in his neck under his right ear for many months, but he has woke up tonight with lumps under both ears, larger on the right. My daughter has taken him to the A&E as she is really concerned, could you please let me know what this could be?
Thu, 9 Jul 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

The symptoms you mention in query are pointing towards a condition known as ' Lymphadenopathy ' . It is swelling of your lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are small organs that are part of your immune system. It is usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection.

I would suggest you to consult pediatrician for proper examination without any delay , because sometimes infection can spread tp surroundings.

Doctor may order blood test , X-ray or CT scan to confirm the diagnosis and to rule to condition like cyst .

Doctor may prescribe antibiotics course at least for a week .

Till then give warm compresses to swelling .

Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Lumps Under The Ear?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. The symptoms you mention in query are pointing towards a condition known as Lymphadenopathy . It is swelling of your lymph nodes. Lymph nodes are small organs that are part of your immune system. It is usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection. I would suggest you to consult pediatrician for proper examination without any delay , because sometimes infection can spread tp surroundings. Doctor may order blood test , X-ray or CT scan to confirm the diagnosis and to rule to condition like cyst . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics course at least for a week . Till then give warm compresses to swelling . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Dr. Harry Maheshwari