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Hi I found a hard lump behind my left ear near the back hairline it doesn’t move and it does hurt to the touch. When i turn my head to the right I do get pain in the area where the lump is. Any idea what it can be
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As per your description it might be enlarged post auricular lymph node..epidemoid cyst should also be ruled out.. visit an ENT specialist for proper assessment and treatment..
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