YOGYAKARTA - A lump that appears under the jaw often makes people feel worried about their health. Although most of these symptoms do not show any dangerous medical condition, this lump can also be a serious problem. Therefore, it is very important to recognize the cause of the lump under the jaw.
Symptoms of skin bumps can appear in several areas, such as the lower jaw, chin, to the jaw line. The shape of this bump can also be different, ranging from small to large sizes. In addition, the characters also vary, ranging from soft, hard, to pain when pressed.
The appearance of a lump under the jaw can be caused by several factors. Because it can appear suddenly or unexpectedly, people who experience it often feel confused about what causes it. Therefore, let's recognize what causes the bump under the jaw and how to deal with it.
Here are some of the causes of the appearance of lumps under the jaw that need to be known in order to handle them properly:
Inflammation in the saliva gland or bad luck can cause a lump to appear under the jaw. This lump occurs due to disorders in the submandipulate glands that are in the lower jaw area. One of the factors that are often associated with this condition is the body that is prone to dehydration.
The dengue of amethidel or tonsilitis is a condition where tonnesils experience inflammation. In this situation, lymph nodes under the jaw tend to grow.
If the lump under the jaw occurs due to to tonnellitis, the symptoms that usually appear include pain when swallowing, ambide which appears to be swollen and reddish, fever, and pain in the neck and ear area.
A lump under the jaw can be acne. But unlike acne in other parts of the skin, acne under the jaw usually feels more congested and does not contain pus.
This lump due to acne can be caused by pores that are clogged due to dirt, excess oil, and the buildup of dead skin cells. This condition triggers the growth of bacteria in the area.
Infections can be the cause of the appearance of lumps under the jaw. Bacteria or viruses that cause infection attack the lymph nodes located in the area. As a result, the lymph nodes swell, so that the lower part of the jaw looks bigger.
These conditions can occur due to various infections, such as upper respiratory tract infections (ARI), Measles, ear infections, sinusitis, throat inflammation, or skin infections such as cellulitis.
Dental abscess is a bacterial infection that occurs in the teeth or gums. This infection occurs when bacteria enter through the hole or crack in the teeth, then spread to the roots of the teeth, causing swelling and becoming a lump.
As long as the body tries to fight the infection, the lymph nodes can swell. which eventually causes a lump in the lower jaw area.
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Gondongan is a viral infection that attacks the parotic glands, is located in front of the ears and spreads down the jaw. If the lump under the jaw is caused by dyons, the bump is usually accompanied by pain, headaches, and reduced appetite.
The lumps under the jaw could be caused by the presence of a tumor. Most tumors are tame and can be treated with the right treatment. Some types of tumors that can cause lumps in this area include cysts, lipomas, and fibroms.
Gondok disease is characterized by enlargement in the thyroid gland which is located under the jaw or in the middle of the neck. Although lumps due to gondok do not cause pain, this condition can result in difficulty in breathing, speaking, and swallowing food.
Cancer can also cause lumps under the jaw, especially if cancer develops in the area around the jaw, such as in the mouth, throat, thyroid, or saliva glands.
Some types of cancer, such as lechery and Hodgkin disease, can also cause swelling in the lymph nodes. The lumps under the jaw caused by cancer generally feel harsh and cause pain when pressed.
Those are some of the reasons for the appearance of lumps under the jaw that are important to understand. By recognizing the cause, you can do the right handling. Also read the characteristics of the lump on the neck that is not dangerous.
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