Hi Sophia and welcome to the forum.

As you've noticed a change that isn't normal for you, you should contact your doctor.

Even if you're worried about what the symptom might be, or about getting coronavirus don't delay contacting them. Your worry is unlikely to go away if you don't make an appointment and you won't be wasting your doctor's time. 

To find out how to get the most out of your GP appointment just click here.

All the best,

Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator

Hi, I have found a lump on the same area just infront of the ear. I was just wondering if you went to the doctor about it?

If it's something that's not normal for you and is causing you to worry, it won't hurt to get it checked out. It's better than putting it off and letting anxiety levels soar through the roof.

I found a lump in my armpit, a swollen lymph node about a cm wide, just after the first lockdown was announced and I obviously worried about wasting my GP's time and put off calling them. I did eventually call and got a phone call appointment with my doctor.

Long story short, I had a few examinations and scans and it turned out to be nothing, most likely just lymph nodes that never went down after an infection. But my mind is now very much at ease about it.

Hi, I rang the doctor today and he only gave me a phone call appointment because of covid. He said it sounds like a viral infection although I'm not convinced. I've been having muscle ache on my shoulders and headaches. He said to phone back in 2-3 weeks if it has got bigger

Hi! I was just wondering how you are getting on? I've got the exact same issue and I also have neck/shoulder pain and my migraines are horrible at the moment. The lump is getting bigger as well. I'm going to call the doctors on Monday to see what they advise. X

Hi, yeah I still seem to have my lump it's just above the jawline infront of the ear lobe. Had an ultrasound done on it back in December and dr said it looks like enlarged lymph nodes but didn't see any masses or anything so I'm due back in March to have it checked again to make sure they haven't got any bigger. I'm still feeling quite fatigue too but trying not to worry. Yes definitely get in touch with your doctor 

Hi this sounds very similar to what I have found.. did you manage to get any more information on it or did it go down or change at all? Jodie