Question
My child has a lump on the left side of their chin near the neck, which is painful when pressed lightly but feels nothing when not touched. The child has a runny nose and coughs at night, which has been going on for some time now. They are currently taking Suan Bei Pipa Qing Fei Luo to clear their lungs. I would like to know what the doctor thinks about the cause of this lump and how serious it is? My child coughs every winter, and my grandmother has always refused to take them to the hospital. Now that this lump has appeared, it’s making everyone nervous.
Answer
Considering your description of your child’s condition, it could possibly be parotitis, which is likely caused by a viral or bacterial infection. It is recommended to go to the hospital for an examination. Parotitis is generally considered to be caused by viral or bacterial infections, so it would be better to rule that out. Additionally, consider that the lump near your child’s chin close to the neck could be due to lymphadenopathy, which is often caused by inflammation from an upset stomach. Oral cephalexin and Lan Qin Oral Liquid can be taken for treatment.