Swollen glands below ear?

[Christina760 161]

Hi! Just got out of a do over. Sleeve to bypass and he also made my sleeve smaller. Anyways anyone ever have under your ear by your neck hurt and get swollen? I was thinking maybe when they put me to sleep I was clenching my teeth? Odd. It’s swollen and hot now. Waiting for message from the PA.

[AZhiker 2,252]

If your breathing became compromised during the procedure (not uncommon in obese patients), a jaw thrust maneuver would have been done. Firm pressure behind the jaw is used to push the jaw forward and open the airway. You can be very sore from this.

If actual glands are swollen, that is a sign of infection.

Edited November 4, 2020 by AZhiker

[STLoser 1,099]

To me, as a nurse, it sounds more like an infection and I'd mention it to the doctor.

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[Jaelzion 1,127]

As others have said, I'd mention it to your doctor. I have rheumatoid arthritis and my parotid glands (which are pretty just below my ear) get inflamed pretty often. They'll be tender, warm to the touch, and a little swollen. It could be a perfectly normal reaction to the anesthesia/surgery but it would be good to let your doctor know.

[Christina760 161]

I spoke to nurse and doctors they said just from when they propped open my mouth for the prosecute. The anesthesiologist must have dont it and it will go away. It’s so painful.