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I have pain when i touch the area behind my right ear.what could this be?
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Need more info: Have you had this pain for quite awhile? Did it appear recently along with some ear pain or other symptoms? Could be tmd/tmj. Hard to tell. Need to see a doctor to rule out other problems.
Answered 12/9/2013
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