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I have a earlobe cyst near my piercing hole... must this be treated or can i leave it? will it disappear by itself?
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May stay: These cysts are common and usually can stay w/o any tx. Occasionally, they may enlarge and become irritated and infected. Quite often piercings may cause this cyst .
Answered 7/18/2020
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