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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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Dr. John Walker answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

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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Dr. MICHAEL VINCENT answered

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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A member asked:

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

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John Walker answered

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