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Lump behind ear

2017-12-27 10:05:41
I've a lump behind my ear which is not painful in the beginning but after 2 weeks I found it painful wen touched and also I feel pain within my ear
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You seem to be having post auricular lymph node enlargement which usually occurs secondary to infections around the ear and inside the ear canal. Commonly it occurs because of scalp infections. You may need to take antibiotics for few days for faster recovery
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Consult nearby ENT specialist for confirmation of diagnosis and appropriate treatment if required

Answered2017-12-29 01:36:45

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