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I have a lump in my earlobe, more like a small hard ball, there is no pain what can it be?

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Dr. Erik Borncamp answered

Specializes in Wound care

Cyst?: It is not uncommon to develop a cyst in the ear, scalp or neck. They are usually benign and do not cause a problem. Still to be sure you would have to have it excised and put under a microscope. If it bothers you, is painful, or begins to grow rapidly see a surgeon for removal

Answered 4/24/2018

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A member asked:

I have a lump in my earlobe, more like a small hard ball, there is no pain what can it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Erik Borncamp answered

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