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What would be a hard lump, fixed and not painful or inflammatory located behind the left ear? i discovered it recently what test to do?
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Lump: I do not think you need a test. I would get seen by a physician.
Answered 11/27/2017
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It could be : anything from a simple cyst to a lipoma however I recommend getting it checked in case it something more serious
Answered 1/2/2017
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