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What Causes A Small Painless Swelling Just Below The Ear?
i have a pea sized small painless swelling just below the tragus of my ear. i noticed it a couple of days ago. its hard, round, on one side of my face and its been the same size. what are the differentials? I also have a calazion (i think) in my eye and now the other eye is beginning to swell up. I am 20, 5ft tall, 7 stones, no past medical history
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Hello,
It may be boil or pre auricular sinus or condritis etc. Until examination is done, it is difficult to say what it is. Consult with your ENT specialist, he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist
It may be boil or pre auricular sinus or condritis etc. Until examination is done, it is difficult to say what it is. Consult with your ENT specialist, he will examine and treat you accordingly.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu, Internal Medicine Specialist
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