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I have a permanently (last 8 years) swollen gland behind one ear which feels hard to the touch. do i need to get it looked at?

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Yes, it could be: Lymph node, cyst, infection, or even tumor. A doctor should look at it. I doubt that it is anything serious if it has been there for 8 years and never caused any problems, but you never know.

Answered 9/29/2016

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