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How To Get Rid Of Lump Under Jaw?

Hello:) I got my tongue pierced 2 days ago an I noticed yesterday evening that I have a hard lump under my jaw/chin close to my neck. It hurts a little but mostly just when I touch it. Is there anything I can do to make the lump go away? Thank you for your time.
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Hi..
Thanks for the query..

As per your complain it seems that hard swollen lump under the jaw/chin near the neck seems to be either submental or submandibular lymph node enlargement or lymphadenopathy depending upon the exact location of the lump...

I would suggest you to consult an Oral surgeon or an ENT expert and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like x-ray, MRI Scan, biopsy can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly..

In case of infection a course of antibiotics and anti inflammatory painkillers along with cool compresses can help..

Hope this helps..

Thanks and regards.
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How To Get Rid Of Lump Under Jaw?

Hi.. Thanks for the query.. As per your complain it seems that hard swollen lump under the jaw/chin near the neck seems to be either submental or submandibular lymph node enlargement or lymphadenopathy depending upon the exact location of the lump... I would suggest you to consult an Oral surgeon or an ENT expert and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like x-ray, MRI Scan, biopsy can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly.. In case of infection a course of antibiotics and anti inflammatory painkillers along with cool compresses can help.. Hope this helps.. Thanks and regards.