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Back the ear there is a gath & swelling

2025-11-04 09:44:29
Behind the left ear there is swelling and a gath from side like a circle. It pains when i open the mouth or chew the hard food or strech the mouth. The ear, mouth and neck are streched and swelling near the neck
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Hi, I am Dr. Atul Kumar Nimawat MS ENT It seems you have a painful swelling behind the left ear that increases on chewing or mouth opening — most likely due to infected lymph node, parotid inflammation, or early abscess formation.
Next Steps
Avoid hard food, apply warm compresses, and take adequate hydration.
Health Tips
Visit nearby ENT hospital for examination and treatment according to examination finding.

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