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A member asked:
My husband has a painless bump behind his ear. it has been there for about 2 weeks. could it be dangerous?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
See provider: Probably not, but to be sure, see a health care provider to have it looked at and evaluated, so it can be properly diagnosed and treated. (may be simple cyst, may be lymph node, etc.), best wishes.
Answered 1/8/2014
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