Does my situation require me to see a doctor?
27-year-old woman
For more than two weeks, I have had small balls near the back of my ears. What can I do about it?
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Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago
Hello Madam, is it located in the neck? Do you have or have you had other symptoms such as fever, fatigue, stuffy or runny nose (even a little), cough or other? Is it painful? Has the situation evolved since its appearance?
27-year-old woman · a year ago
Hello
yes, on the neck behind the ears. And no, no other symptoms, that's what's bothering me. It's sensitive when I touch them. I have two small balls on the left side and one on the right side. It's been pretty stable for the last two weeks. Thank you for your help!
Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago
Thank you for the information, I'm sorry for the delay in my reply, I hadn't seen the notification!
Nodes can become swollen following an episode of fatigue, stress, illness (or vaccination) in particular. This does not necessarily indicate a problem as long as it is temporary.
I suggest avoiding touching and massaging the area as much as possible because it can irritate it.
If the situation persists for more than 2 weeks without improvement and without any symptoms of illness (such as a cold), you should consult a doctor as a precaution.
I hope I have been helpful, I will remain available if you have any other questions.
Sincerely,
Tom Samaha, pharmacist
27-year-old woman · a year ago
Yes, very helpful thank you.
However, it's been over two weeks already... What do you think it could be?
Naji-tom Samaha · a year ago
If this has been going on for 2 weeks with no improvement, unfortunately you will need to see a doctor. I'm sorry, I can't know what it could be, it requires a diagnosis that only a doctor can make :(
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