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A 38-year-old male asked:

I recently acquired small bumps behind the back of my ears and the sides and back of my neck. what could this be?

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Dr. SYDNEY Welt
Dr. SYDNEY Weltanswered
Medical Oncology 46 years experience
Needs evaluation: These bumps maybe an infection, but could also be a sign of a cancer. You should see a physician to follow these bumps and arrange a biopsy if you need it.
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