The reason why the lump inside the cheek does not go down for several years may be related to the parotid duct opening papillae hyperplasia, enlarged buccal lymph nodes, parotid gland swelling, and so on.
1. Parotid duct opening papillary hyperplasia: In the buccal mucosa corresponding to the crown of the maxillary second molar, there is an opening of the parotid duct, which is papillary protruding. When there is chronic inflammation and hyperplasia, it can show a lump in the cheek.
2. Enlarged buccal lymph nodes: there are lymph nodes under the buccal mucosa or in the buccal muscle, which can be enlarged under the stimulation of pathogenic factors, manifesting as a lump in the cheek.
3. Parotid gland swelling: when parotid gland swelling occurs, it can be manifested as the presence of swelling under the mucosa near the opening area of parotid duct.
There may be other reasons for the lump in the parotid, you should consult a doctor in time, improve the examination, clarify the cause and diagnosis, and standardize the treatment under the guidance of a professional physician.