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A member asked:
Hi have a lump on my head behind my ear and also a purple area higher up with a swollen vein running through it ?
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It depends: Thanks for asking! Your question is difficult to answer based on the information you gave. If this is new and concerning, I would consider having a physician evaluate you to better understand what your problem is and if there is anything that needs to be done.
Answered 5/3/2018
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