I have noticed a lump, about the size of a marble, came up in about a week, just below the right jaw line, where the jaw turns upward towards the ear, right in front of the point. I am 68 years old, and never been diagnosed with any illnesses. I do not take medication of any kind, have no alergies, never catch the flu, colds,headaches or any other symptoms of illness. No cancer in family history. I hesitate to see a doctor, just to tell me its nothing except a swollen lymph node or something, since I dont have medicare part B. What do you think? Thanks for your help.
Welcome to Chat Doctor. 1. The history and location suggest the possibilities of lymph nodal enlargement at first place.2. The next possible cause could be bony growth from mandible (which is usually hard) and parotid gland mass lesion.3. Lymph nodal enlargement is seen on case of any infection - can be localized or systemic.4. For further evaluation - you need to get an ultrasound - that helps to evaluate the nature of the lump, its source and extensions.5.However, confirm diagnosis will be through FNAC - Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology. Good luck. Hope I have answered your query,anything to ask ? Do not hesitate to ask.http