Hello @Jmoo92
Welcome to our forum.
We are sorry to hear that you are feeling worried about a lump behind your ear.
You have done the right thing in getting advice from your GP as we would recommend any health concerns, new lumps or bumps or any new or worsening symptoms to report to your GP.
Your GP is correct in that lymph nodes can be swollen for several reasons, which can vary from infections such as colds, tonsilitis, glandular fever and other viral or bacterial infections, to allergies, chronic conditions such as arthritis or lupus and cancers such as lymphoma.
Sometimes after having an infection, lymph nodes can stay raised for long periods of time, but it is important to still get this checked and to inform your GP of any additional symptoms such as drenching night sweats, feeling exhausted/ fatigued, itching, fevers, coughing, feeling short of breath or unexplained weight loss.
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It sounds like your GP is being thorough and going to monitor your symptoms. Please do keep them updated on how you are feeling and let us know how you’re doing.
If you would like to talk anything through with one of our team members, please give us a call on 0808 2080 888.
Take care & warm wishes,
Emma (Support Services Nurse)