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I have a jelly-like ball on my jaw and when i press it, it's moving. it doesn't hurt at all but i am just curious. would you help me what is it?
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Cyst or lipoma: It is most likely either an epidermal cyst or a lipoma (benign fat tumor). Neither is worth a trip to the hospital, but it's worth pointing out the next time you see your doctor or a dermatologist to confirm that it is one of those two things. Of course, if it starts to grow or bleed or change color, have it looked at right away.
Answered 12/10/2013
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