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Last 15 days i have ache(not pain) in ear and under ear less swollen in gland with ache. It is serious issue? Or others??

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Plz explain in detail along with a picture of the swelling ... This can be due to a lymph node swelling in the parotid gland , plz consult an ent specialist in detail ...  Read More

We have a 7 months old girl baby and she had a small gland at the back of right ear first for 3 days and the gland seems not to have reduced and now there is a small gland at the back of left ear as well.kindly advise if it is something serious , there is no pain for her if we touch the gland.

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It may be an enlarged lymph node, due to a recent cold, ear infection or even dandruff etc. It will reduce in size once the cause subsides. In case it increases, causes discomfort or pain, u need to ...  Read More

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I'Ve been having problem in mother ears and we did test and we found the the reports its showing Parotid Glands in ears is too much paining colud you advise me the which is good treatment and how to kill this glands

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Though your question is not very clear it seems like your mother is suffering from acute parotitis which is a common type of acute parotid gland infection. Usually it is viral in origin and resolves s ...  Read More

Some gland pain under the left ear, whenever i chew/open my jaw wide open. I have light pain on the other side too.

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It may be joint pain.due of dental problem or ear problem itself. ...  Read More

My son, 5 years old has been having cold and cough for 4 days now. Since yesterday I noticed a swollen gland behind his right ear which is reddish. Is this common for a kid who is sick?

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HELLO, NO, IT MAY BE LYMPHNODE OR BOIL??? CONSULT A PAEDIATRICIAN. OK. ...  Read More

Around one month I have a gland under ear with light pain ,I took some antibiotics but improve little.and same side of (right)hand in pain . Doctor gave me antibiotics and pain killer.but I want to know the reason.i am worry.

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Infection can cause enlarged gland. ...  Read More

Pain in this area from past 3 days. What is this.. When touched painful and feels like pimple.. Bit hard. On one side of vaginal lip opening(inner side) No exposure to any kind of contact from past 1 year Is this danger? What is this called? Harmful?? Name and medication please Waiting for reply🙏

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It could be a Bartholin abscess. Please consult with a Gynaecologist in your area for a physical examination. ...  Read More

Today was my friends birthday,so i asked permission to go,she said no,i got irritated and shouted that the is sadist.But Afternoon i left to c my friend.Usually she sleep in the afternoon but today while i was with them she called me via phone,and started asking me wat i told her today morning.i replied and she slowly started shouting at me as if i

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I think there is an amount of taken for granted in your relationships !!. To resolve these issues I think u can consult a Psychologist in ur city or try some online consultations. ...  Read More

My right side lower wisdom tooth has not erupted and it is inside the gum. And since few days, below my ear when i put my finger with some pressure and open my mouth, that time it feels sore. I went to an ENT yesterday, she said it will resolve automatically but it's there since 1-2 week. Is it possible that the wisdom tooth itself is not paining b

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First of all, relax. I understand it is scary when a we have severe pain and aches esp in the head and face area. But please do not panic. There is nothing wrong with your jaw or your wisdom tooth. It ...  Read More

I have a small gland on my neck below my ear. The doc said that it could be due to dandruff or a sebaceous gland

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HELLO, SUB MANDIBULAR L.N IF IT IS A BIT HARDER YES IT CAN BE DUE TO DANDRUFF. CONSULT A GENERAL SURGEON FOR EXAMINATION. OK. ...  Read More

Can front of ear.... parotid gland lump/tumor of 1 cm size be cure in homeopathy?? What are the chances of it...

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Some more details required for proper treatment and diagnosis You can consult me on practo or on Eight seven five double zero two double seven one eight ...  Read More

Sir I want to get my prostate gland tested..as I have burning ejaculation..can you please say which test is for prostate gland ..

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

My glands behind my ear and in front of ear are swollen and painful since few days. It is really painful to the touch. Also i have a scalp infection from bad dandruff. I don't know if both are related. I am very scared.

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Looks like parotitis ...  Read More

As per the medical terms what is this area which is encircled in red called? Just below the earlobe and between the neck and jawbone

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Need to know more detailed history and clinical examination for further evaluation and management Kindly consult 😊🙏 ...  Read More

I have two glands that are swollen in my neck without any pain except for slight ear pain. What could it be? Who should I consult?

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It could be either lymphnode enlargement or thyroid. ...  Read More

I have black skin over white skin.what is called and how to cure it thorugh medicines or any other way.

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail ...  Read More

I have the watery sensation in the salivary gland near my ears and it causes pressure in my mouth Please help me

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Hi. Do you have fever.? Any pain on touching the swelling. You can get a Usg scan to start with. ...  Read More

Sir i have gland or lymphnode enlargement back side of ea(ear and mouth jaw joint area), i have feeling that my ear is closed ( just like a feelung we have cold). And the pain is radiating to head, Whom do i have to consult for this problem?

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Consult online It could be ear infections Will prescribe medication Contact ...  Read More

Last 15 days i have sore throat and less gland swollen with ache in right sight. I taken antibiotics last 5 days ago but gland ache have till noy . It is a serious issue??

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It can be infection only but get one sonography of neck ...  Read More

I was a smooker and suddenly i quit smooking since 1month. After that i am feeling sore throat and at times shortness of breath. No fever. Swelling in gland and backof ear could be feel.

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These can be withdrawal symptoms ... cough and shortness of breath could be allergy too.. I would like to know type of cough dry or wet? ...  Read More

Hi sir, i am suffering from salivary gland swelling at left ear and this is happening in frequently, and puss also coming out from my under mouth salivary ducts , it is happening in every two months, every time i am taking antibiotics, is there any serious decease

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It could be parotid swelling Need proper history U can consult me online, will guide you according to your symptoms ...  Read More

I had salivary gland stone last month, used antibiotics and it cured, the stone also removed on its own , but again after 2 months this salivary gland infection happens, without stone, full ear paining and can't eat anything, is this serious decease, and why it happened again and with out stone, please reply

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You require sialendoscopy. It is a technique where the salivary duct is cleared of all stones and debris which leads to resolution of symptoms without any major surgery. ...  Read More

From last one week my salivary glands both side are swelling.some time both side pain.if pain started I can feel it inside the ear also.some time I can feel those glands some time they go inside.what to do in this situation.

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Please get back to my via Video Consultation. ...  Read More

I am having some stiffness in parotid gland area under the cheek near ear on right side From more than week now. What it could be an infection?

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It can be infected gland or infected space or a stone in the salivary duct called sialolithiasis. Better to get it checked with sonography. ...  Read More

Does diabetes also called sugar ? Do we generally called diabetes a sugar? Please answer i am confused

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Blood sugar in excess of normal amount is called diabetes. In laymen term it is called high sugar. ...  Read More

Penis when erect, cant see glands. It pains while having sex without protection as foreskin goes back. Kindly advise.

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Share me some more details with images of penis Standing and non standing positions ...  Read More

Do musterbation in early ages cause ED in your married life? How many times a week it is called too much?

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no fix age or frequency of mastubation. if done in improper way then yes may cause sex Related probkem in future ...  Read More

I'm having salivary gland problems, I feel like there are small lumps under my jaw. And I have huge chipmunk cheeks, they aren't reducing, there's also a weird feeling around my mouth area. I had bulimia before but now I've stopped completely but it's not going. What treatment do I require?

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Hi dear a homeopathic constitutional treatment will give you a permanent cure naturally You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance Medicines will reach you via courier ...  Read More

I’ve been having this tingly feeling around my jaw and chin area and sometimes around my nose as well. It even irritates my throat at times, and my entire mouth area. I think my face gets too puffy and bloated or there’s some gland problem I can’t tell. It might be water retention, I’m also trying to lose weight but it’s not going down, I’m not ove

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Hello! All your throat infection is due to lack of certain vitamins & Your ESR might be in higher range. You have to take citrus fruits after recovery . For weight reduction, you need to follow cu ...  Read More

Did have any disease called karma in this life?and it have whats the symptoms and treatment of this disease

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Look within for answers ...  Read More

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