What could a hard pea-sized lump under the left ear lobe be that has been there for 2 months?

Answer 1

It could simply be a knot of bone and ligament where the ligaments for the neck join the back of the head. I had a similar lump behind my right ear and the doctor said it was normal. There is a line from ear to ear around the middle of the back of everyone's head apparently where these ligaments attach. Lumps on that line are not unusual and what's more, these lumps can migrate along the line during the course of your life.

Obviously go see a doctor though. But if your doctor is unconcerned I wouldn't worry about it.

It can also be a swollen gland signifying they are fighting an infection. It doesnt mean they have a fully developed one.

Answer 2

There are no dates on these comments, but if you still need info. on the bumps behind the ears........it could be impetigo. My 15 year old son has had impetigo about 3 times. It's from picking on pimples to a point that causes a staph infection to set in. It can be treated with antibiotics. Once he was given an antibiotic cream because a rash-like array of bumps was on his back, as well. That's when the infection is spreading. All this according to our pediatrician.

Answer 3

This is sometimes a sign of infection in your body. Or, depending on the size and the shape of the lump, it could be something more serious. You need to go to a doctor. In person. No one is able to (or will) diagnose you online, whether they have medical training or not. You only have one body. Don't chance something serious on the response of strangers online. Please contact a health professional immediately. ~ T

Answer 4

Most probably lymph nodes. They enlarge whenever there is an infection in the drainage area.