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On my head behind left ear i have 2 very hard and tender lumps and they are very close together ptobably touching one bigger than the other?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Likely lymph nodes: Go see your primary care dr for evaluation . You may need antibiotics . If it persists, they may need to be biopsied. God bless u!

Answered 3/30/2013

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Dr. Joseph Shen answered

You need to see a : Head and neck surgeon to check these out! best luck and happy easter!

Answered 9/24/2018

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A member asked:

On my head behind left ear i have 2 very hard and tender lumps and they are very close together ptobably touching one bigger than the other?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Dr. Joseph Shen answered

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