Suggest Treatment For Swelling Under The Jaw

Posted on Sun, 18 Dec 2016

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Sun, 18 Dec 2016 Answered on

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Question : Hi, I just noticed swelling under my right jaw yesterday and today it has doubled in size. It is very obvious in that you can see it very well. It is somewhat tender and warm to the touch. Warm compresses seem to help with the swelling. Any advice as to what I should do?

Answered by Dr. Prof. Kunal Saha (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please upload an image.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone carefully through your query. However, I would need you to upload an image of the swelling. Based on what I infer from your statement, it could be a mucocele, but would need to check the image for confirmation. Intervention would depend on the underlying cause.

I would await your response.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar