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A member asked:

I discovered a hard slightly tender lump on the bone behind my ear. a few weeks ago i had some mild ringing in my ears and it lasted a day. opinions?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

See doctor: Check if the lump on the bone is part of your jaw. There are many potential causes for your problem but teeth-grinding or clenching leading to temporomandibular joint issue may be one of the causes. If the problem is persistent or getting worse, consult your dentist or doctor.

Answered 10/2/2013

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