A lump next to the ear may be caused by paronychia, enlarged lymph nodes, sebaceous cysts, folliculitis, lipoma, etc. It is recommended to find out the cause of the disease after timely consultation. 1. Associate ear: It is a kind of embryonic developmental abnormality, there will be multiple small lumps of flesh near the auricle of the ear, which may be in the shape of column of flesh, flesh ball, etc., and the texture is relatively soft. 2. Enlarged lymph nodes: when the body is infected by bacteria and other pathogenic microorganisms, it can stimulate the lymph nodes to show inflammation and enlargement, and the enlarged lymph nodes in the ear can lead to the appearance of lumps of flesh next to the ear, which is usually accompanied by pain. 3. Sebaceous cysts: related to sebaceous gland duct blockage, sebaceous gland secretion discharge abnormality, the main manifestation is the local appearance of a single cyst, the surface of the skin is smooth, hard texture. 4. Folliculitis: when the hair follicles are stimulated by pathogenic microbial infection, there will be pimples centered on the hair follicles, accompanied by redness, swelling and pain. 5. Lipoma: related to the abnormal accumulation of local fat, it is a kind of benign tumor. It is mainly manifested as localized lumps and bumps, with dough-like tactile sensation and soft texture when pressed, usually not accompanied by pain. What kind of lesion is the lump next to the ear? It should be clearly diagnosed after examination by specialized doctors.