Have you recently or are you now ill? This swelling is just a gland that inflames when one is run down, don't worry, the first time I got one, I went to the doctors and thats what she told me!

We won't be able to tell you without looking at it, and personally I don't really want to see pictures of it. I would suggest going to the doctor if you are worried about it. They will be the only one who can tell you and if you should worry.

It's probably a swollen lymph node. You should see a doctor if symptoms persist. Lymph nodes are glands that play an important part in your body's defense against infection. They produce lymph, which travels throughout your body in the lymph system, and filters impurities from the body. Common areas where the lymph nodes can be felt (with the fingers) include: * Groin * Armpit * Neck (there is a chain of lymph nodes on either side of the front of the neck, both sides of the neck, and down each side of the back of the neck) * Under the jaw and chin * Behind the ears * On the back of the head Lymph nodes can become swollen from infection, inflammatory conditions, an abscess, or cancer. Other causes of enlarged lymph nodes are rare. By far, the most common cause of swollen lymph nodes is infection. When swelling appears suddenly and is painful, it is usually caused by injury or an infection. Enlargement that comes on gradually and painlessly may, in some cases, result from cancer or a tumor. Common Causes Infections that commonly cause swollen lymph nodes include mononucleosis, German measles (rubella), tuberculosis, mumps, ear infection, tonsillitis, an abscessed or impacted tooth, gingivitis (swelling of the gums), mouth sores, and sexually transmitted diseases. Immune or autoimmune disorders that can cause swollen lymph nodes include rheumatoid arthritis and HIV. Cancers that can cause swollen glands include leukemia, Hodgkin's disease, or non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Which lymph nodes are swollen depends on the type of problem and the body parts involved. Identifying the location can help determine the possible cause. Swollen lymph nodes may also be caused by some medications (like phenytoin for seizures) or certain vaccinations (namely, typhoid). http://tinyurl.com/y4636g