I've noticed there's a painless lump in front of my ear and it's sitting under the skin, and I'm not sure what it could be. Should I be worried about this, and what might be causing it?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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it requires physical examination,so consult general surgeon

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Answered 04/07/2025

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