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Re-explain i have a hard white bump 1/2 inch from ear lobe when i wear hair up it can be seen. i have a bad habit of scratching. i'm ashamed of it. ?

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Bump: This could be an inclusion cyst or wen but it would have to be seen by a physician for diagnosis.

Answered 8/9/2015

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