Lump on jaw/ear

A few months ago I noticed a lump horizontal from my ear lobe on the edge of my cheek. I'm not entirely sure whether it went away or I just forgot about it, but it's either came back or is still there.

 

It feels kind of like a big under the skin spot but it's never developed into a spot so I have no idea if it's that or something else.

 

it hurts a lot when pressure is applied, sometimes can be unfortunate sleeping on that side of my face - unsure whether it's something I need to get checked or not. Would appreciate any help

  • Hi,

     

    My wife has the same thing on her left side in the same place as you have yours, there is a lymph node there and it can get bigger from time to time and I have had the same myself before, and it has gone on it's own, but at the time I was concerned aswell.

     

    "Swollen lymph nodes, infections, and certain cancers can also lead to lumps. Most cases of a lump behind the ear do not present a cause for concern, however, and normally resolve without treatment."

     

    She isn't worried about it herself, but for your peace of mind get a Dr's opinion.