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    laurenzook Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Apr 14, 2013, 07:22 AM
    Hard, pea-sized lump behind ear
    I got my the cartilage in my left ear pierced about 6 months ago. A couple of months ago I noticed a hard, pea-sized lump behind that same ear in the lymph node area. I took my earring out a couple of days ago because it was still not fully healed and I was tired of having it hurt. I checked the area where the lump was and it is still there. It doesn't seem to have grown in size since I first checked it a couple of months ago. Is it likely that the node could become hard and swollen due to the piercing that took so long to try to heal? I plan to visit my physician next month. In the meantime, I was hoping for a little peace of mind in ruling out something more serious.
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    Apr 14, 2013, 08:09 AM
    Any lumps or swelling needs to be checked by a physician. You can't get any peace of mind over the internet without being seen. Why are you waiting a month to see a Dr.
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    Apr 14, 2013, 12:26 PM
    I am away at school. I won't be able to go home and see my general physician until next month.
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    Apr 14, 2013, 01:35 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by laurenzook View Post
    I am away at school. I won't be able to go home and see my general physician until next month.
    Doesn't your school have a nurse or doctor for students to see when they are sick?
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