Bony projection behind ear

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Asked for Female, 25 Years

Hi i am 26 years old. Since 1 nd half month i am noticing a bony projection behind my left ear. There is no pain, its hard to palpate. Other than this everything is fune there is no pain in the ear. I have attached the image also Is it serious? Why it occurs?

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Dr. Binay Swaroop ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist 44 yrs exp Gurgaon Consult Now · Accepted Answer

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Here I am Dr Vinay Swaroop ENT Your Case Doesn't Seem To Be Serious One This Could be a Case Of Bony Growth Behind LT Ear Like Osteoma Because it is Painless And a Sudden History of One And Half Month So It Should Be Kept in mind For Biopsy Too

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