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Content updated on May 23, 2022
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
Swelling below the ear/s
Possible Causes
- Sjogren syndrome
An autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the organs that produce tears and saliva. This results in dry eyes and dry mouth. In some cases, the internal organs can also be gradually affected.
- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma
Non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is a cancer of lymphocytes, which are infection-fighting cells. The lymphocytes become abnormal, grow out of control and spread to different parts of the body. The exact cause is unknown. Some risk factors include age over 60, family History, exposure to certain chemicals, drugs or radiation, immune system problems and having a weak immune system.
- Primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC)
An autoimmune disease, where the body's own immune system attacks the bile ducts in the liver. Damage is slow but steady, and over the years may result in liver failure.
- Angiolymphoid hyperplasia with eosinophilia
- Mixed connective tissue disease
- Malignant lymphoma
- Sarcoidosis (including erythema nodosum-like eruption)
Related Serious Diseases
- Mumps
A highly contagious infection with the Mumps virus.
- Cervical lymphadenitis
Questions your doctor may ask about this symptom
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom
Is the area below your ear(s) swollen?
Do you have a fever?
Do you have any joint pain?
Do you have any skin problems?
Have you lost weight recently?
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