First Circle Medical

When you are unwell or under stress, you some times get bumps under the chin. Unlike pimples there is no puss, but they hurt when you touch them. These bumps are caused by swollen lymph nodes.  They may also appear in other parts of the body, like the armpit  or at any point along the lymphatic system of the body.  The swollen lymph nodes on the face may be also during a dental problem like bacterial infection.

When the body is suffering from infection like a sore throat or earache, the antibodies are produced by the body to fight the bacteria and virus causing the infection. The dead microorganisms accumulate in the lymph nodes, making them swell and tender to touch.  The swelling will usually subside in one or two days for a minor infection. In case the infection is severe, the swelling will be more pronounced and painful.  In some leakages there may some leakage of the lymphatic fluid.

In case the swelling does not subside even after a few weeks, it is advisable to contact a doctor  who will provide medication to treat the problem. Usually the swelling subsides after some time, but the skin  may be discoloured.