The short version of what happened during my operation is that the lump was removed, along with right side lymph nodes, parotid gland and parts of my Sternocleidomastoid muscle. I have plenty of other salivary glands, but a slight pain in the neck. To replace the skin where the lump had been, I have had what I describe as a sideways face-lift. The skin on the right side of my face has been pulled behind my right ear, which is probably causing most of my discomfort now.