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I have a solid lump behind my left ear. it does not hurt but i am aware its there. is there anything it could be?
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Lipoma or a cyst: A lipoma is just a collection of fat cells that feels like a lump under the skin a cyst is like a gland, sometimes it can get blocked and fill with fluid. Both can be found anywhere on the skin.
Answered 2/27/2013
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