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I have a lump down by lower left ear. what could be the cause? lymph nodes? should i see my pcp?
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Most lumps, benign: Don't start worrying. The majority of small bumps on your head would be benign (not cancer). Lumps that can be tender are cysts, lymph nodes and less likely lipomas. Still, hard to evaluate it over the net. See your primary md who can take a good history and examen you.
Answered 2/16/2017
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Could be: Or your parotid gland, better get checked by your doctor for evaluation and reassurance, best wishes
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