Hello Tara, and thank for posting.

We are unable to say what this hard lump is, but it isn't necessarily anything sinister. Any symptoms you search online will be linked to a cancer in some way, but the internet is not a doctor, and can just cause more anxiety.

Its a good idea to get changes checked out by a GP and you say you are giving them a ring so that's the best idea. Doctors know how to assess any lumps or bumps so will know the right thing to do, they will order tests or referrals if they feel there is a need or it is appropriate.

Take care Tara, and I hope you know more soon.

Sarah.

So sorry. Please do go to the doctors, face to face and get a referral if they think you need one .If you do not get anywhere ,please persist to see someone you specialist in this .I don't want to worry you but it's best to get checked out .I personally am I head and neck cancer patient that started with a small nothing in my mouth 4 years ago .All OK now .All the best and good luck 

Thank you for coming back to me Sarah! 
I gave up ringing my doctors and just went down and managed to get an appointment for next Thursday. 
 

Fingers crossed it's nothing serious. 
thank you! Have a good weekend x

Hi, I realise this is an old post, but I came across it as I have exactly the same thing as you described, even in exactly the same place! I have made a doctors appointment, but just wondered what happened if you don't mind sharing as I too am a bit worried. 
thank you 

Hello Brownie11 and thanks for posting, 

I am not sure if Tara1906 will reply, but if she does bear in mind that everyone's situation is different, so whatever happened with her lump might not shed any light on yours. 

Most lumps and bumps don't turn out to be caused by cancer, but it is always a good idea to get a new lump properly checked out. Waiting is inevitably unsettling, I hope you find out more soon. 

Give us a call on Freephone 0808 800 4040 if you want to talk anything over. We are here weekdays 9-5.

Best wishes,

Julia

I have just found this forum due to searching the exact same symptoms. I have a large, hard lump under my skin, below my eye, it’s the size of a golf ball. It appeared over night and has grown, and has been resistant to antibiotics. I’m seeing my gp tomorrow morning for further discussion 

Hi Cheryl79 and thank you for your post.

I am sorry to learn that you are have a lump that is causing you concern.

Many people get lumps and bumps and most of them will not be cancer. But you are right to discuss it with your GP. They can assess you and decide whether you need to go for tests.

I hope you know more soon and everything is ok.

Please get back to us if you need any more information or support. You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

Kind regards

Tina

I’ve been seen by the urgent care centre who have done and X-ray and blood tests. I have some signs of infection but not overly high. I’ve been sent to Maxillo Facial urgent care however they are stumped so I am getting different antibiotics and have to return on Friday to their normal surgery. They have made an urgent appointment for an ultrasound scan and a dental X-ray hopefully they will be before Friday but I’m still to attend my appointment if not. I’ve been told “there no room for error “ so any slight change especially if it moves closer to my eye I have to return to A&E. 

Hello, and thank you for coming back to us.

I am glad things are being investigated, but I appreciate that waiting for scans and news is difficult.

Hopefully, you will know more about your situation soon, and you will have some support at this time of uncertainty.

Take care, and if you want to contact the nurses the number is 0808 800 4040. Lines are open mon-fri 9-5.

Sarah.