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Do i have a sebaceous cyst? i have a small hard lump on the back of my ear, only noticeable when touched. no pain. when pressed firmly slight movement
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Black? Keloid?: If you have pigmented skin (asian, hispanic, black), you may have a keloid, and need infections of steroids to make it go down. Go see a plastic surgeon.
Answered 12/10/2013
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Probably Yes: It sure sounds like an inclusion or sebaceous cyst. You should have it examined, just to make sure.
Answered 9/28/2016
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