What Is The Painless Lump On The Underside Of Chin?

Posted on Wed, 23 Jul 2014

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Question : I have a bean size lump on the underside of my chin, but I can move it side to side and up on the outside of my jaw bone, it is painless and is very hard. I have been experiencing malaise, fatigue, headaches, and nausea over the last 3 or 4 weeks. Should I go to a doctor and what could it be?

Answered by Dr. Priyanka Tiwari (28 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
painless lump can be lymph node

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I understand your concern , As you have painless lump which is easily movable under the jaw it may be Lymph node enlarged due to infection or mild illness and as it has been over 3 to 4 weeks you should consider a doctor for evaluation , doctor can perform local examination of lump and if needed go for Biopsy.

Hope I have answered your query .
If you have further query I will be happy to help.

Regards,
Dr. Priyanka tiwari

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