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I have swelling under my right ear, a little close to side of my throat. It pains a little on touching...but otherwise it's fine. I noticed it just this morning.
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Hi , you probably have enlarged tonsils with infection . That's why you maybe developing a node . Nothing to worry . Do salt water gargling 3 times . If pain increases with fever , consult asap.
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