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Lump behind ear on bone. slightly movable, tiny like a tip of a pencil not visible, palpable. don't not hurt at all. doc said i have right scm as i had ear pressure one side for few month . should i be worried about this little node/lump?

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Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: No, this is just leftovers of old mild problem with ear. Not the bone if movable. And most likely small benign lymph node that do not require any treatment.

Answered 6/9/2017

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A member asked:

Lump behind ear on bone. slightly movable, tiny like a tip of a pencil not visible, palpable. don't not hurt at all. doc said i have right scm as i had ear pressure one side for few month . should i be worried about this little node/lump?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Yelena Kipervas answered

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