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Small Bony protrusion behind left ear

2021-07-06 13:21:00
Goodevening, I have a small bony protrusion behind my left ear, it is hard to touch nd painless. Its there from last six months and i have noticed its increasing in size. And i frequently have sputum in my throat. I am feeling as if my throat is blocked. Why this is happening? Kindly advise something.
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Share a picture of that swelling. If its increasing and with cough needs to do Sonography.

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The bone behind your ear is naturally rough especially if you are a male, and muscular. Sputum in throat and difficulty swallowing is another problem.

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