Question
Last month, I noticed a hard lump behind my left ear, painless and itchy. It hasn’t improved since then. I’ve seen a doctor and had routine blood tests. The doctor said I just needed to take some anti-inflammatory medication at home. But there’s still no improvement.
Answer
If it’s caused by inflammation, taking anti-inflammatory medication should help improve the condition quickly. If there’s no improvement, it might be lymphadenitis. Since your description isn’t detailed enough, I can’t determine for sure. Lymph node enlargement can be a sign of viral or bacterial invasion within the body, one of the expressions of the body’s defense mechanism. Lymph node enlargement may be an external manifestation of some disease. Maintain a positive attitude and stable emotions, develop healthy eating habits, and eat more fruits and vegetables to enhance your immune system.