The lymph nodes behind the ear are normally soft in texture and are usually not palpable. However, they can increase in size or become hard in pathological conditions. The lymph nodes behind the ear belong to superficial lymph nodes, which are normally soft and less than 1cm in diameter, and are usually not easy to feel. Commonly due to colds, pharyngeal infections, otitis media and other infections, the lymph nodes behind the ear are often enlarged and soft, and may be accompanied by pressure and pain, and with the improvement of the disease, the lymph nodes behind the ear will gradually return to normal. In addition, malignant diseases such as lymphoma can also lead to enlarged lymph nodes behind the ear, often accompanied by multiple enlarged lymph nodes all over the body, hard texture, adherence to the surrounding tissues, not easy to move, accompanied by unexplained fever, mental instability, pallor, etc. If you find that the lymph nodes behind the ear are enlarged, the texture is soft and may be accompanied by pressure and pain. Therefore, if you find swollen lymph nodes behind the ear, it is recommended to be vigilant and consult a doctor in time to clarify the cause.