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I have a small pea size lump/bump on the top part of my ear where the ear attached to my head, slightly forward. hard to the touch. it seems to be above the preauricular node. any ideas what it could be?

Q: i have a small pea size lump/bump on the top part of my ear where the ear attached to my head, slightly forward. hard to the touch. it seems to be above the preauricular node. any ideas what it could be?

: It is difficult to tell without an exam but sebaceous cyst is common over that area.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

It is difficult to tell without an exam but sebaceous cyst is common over that area.

Answered 10/18/2022

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A member asked:

I have a small pea size lump/bump on the top part of my ear where the ear attached to my head, slightly forward. hard to the touch. it seems to be above the preauricular node. any ideas what it could be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

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