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Lump behind ear, right on the bony bit behind the ear it's fixed and hard it's right on bone so not lymph node, what could it be? feel unwell also.

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Dr. Ronald Li answered

Lymph node: It could be a lymph node, cyst, infection, abscess or fatty tissue. You should see a doctor to have it diagnosed and treated.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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A member asked:

Lump behind ear, right on the bony bit behind the ear it's fixed and hard it's right on bone so not lymph node, what could it be? feel unwell also.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Li answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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