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I have a small hard bump where ear lobe connects to the skin. what's this sound like?

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Dr. (Liz)Phuong Tran answered

Cyst: It may be just a simple cyst but you need to see doctor for better evaluation.

Dr Baez agreed

Answered 8/11/2013

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