question: I was recently in a situation of domestic abuse. I was punched on the left side of my face and afterwards put in a choke/sleeper hold. I went to the er and no damage to the neck, it was sprained and I have bruises and swelling on my neck. I noticed a hard painful bump behind my left ear after my hospital visit last night. Is this to be concerned about? I have small headaches and feels like my airway is tightened. I m not sure if I am just feeling anxiety. If I need to go back to the er I can.