A 19-year-old female asked:
i keep getting lumps behind my ears, they are small hard lumps i've had weeks at a time, now behind my other ear and i've had no infections, ideas?
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Dr. Danny Proffitt answered
42 years experience Family Medicine
Sebaceous cysts.: Most likely these are plugged oil glands in the lobe of the ear and in the skin behind the ears. This is a common condition. Warm compresses and observation is usually all that is needed and to leave them alone (no squeezing or picking at them). If they enlarge, they may have to be drained or they may drain spontaneously. They may require some antibiotics if infected. If in doubt, see your pcp.
Answered on Jan 5, 2019
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Dr. Archana Kayastha answered
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Lump: It may an enlarged lymph node vs a cyst. I would recommend seeing your regular physician to make sure that it is a benign lesion. Most commonly lymph ... Read More
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A 19-year-old male asked:
Dr. Lori Semel answered
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Yes: It is a post auricular lymph node ( a lymph node behind the ear). It may take a few months to go down.
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Diane Minich answered
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See doctor: and have it checked asap.
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A 17-year-old female asked:
Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered
31 years experience Family Medicine
Lump: If the problem has been around for months and is worsening I would be seen. Likely this is a cyst and that should be able to be resolved.
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