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I have what i think is a cyst in the area close to the hole in my ear and the earlobe. what should i do? let it go away by itself? it feels like a pea
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Wait: If it becomes red, swollen, and tender it may be an abscess. If so, see your doctor as it might need to be drained. If not, give it some time and see what happens. If it lasts more than a week or two, have your doctor take a look.
Answered 7/6/2015
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