A lump behind the ear may be related to sebaceous cyst behind the ear, lymphadenitis behind the ear, epidermoid cyst behind the ear and other diseases, which need to be selected according to the different causes and characteristics of the disease such as general treatment, drug treatment and surgical treatment.
1. Postauricular sebaceous cysts: these are retention cysts caused by obstruction of sebaceous gland excretion. The sebum and epidermal keratinized material collects greasy “bean dregs” in the capsule, when the content is not excreted well and the body resistance is lowered, it is easy to be infected with strange odor, and most of them will be treated by surgical excision after the infection is controlled.
2. Post-auricular lymphadenitis: it can be triggered by purulent inflammation in any part of the head and neck, and is commonly caused by hemolytic streptococcus and staphylococcus aureus infection. It is necessary to actively treat the primary lesion, timely application of penicillin, cefazolin and other antibiotics anti-infection treatment. Local hot compresses, physiotherapy and topical Longzhu ointment, fusidic acid cream and other treatments. If an abscess is formed, incision and drainage are required.
3. Post-auricular epidermoid cyst: the pathogenesis is unknown and may be related to abnormal embryonic development and trauma. The epidermis wraps around the skin attachments and their secretions, forming a cyst-like structure. Treatment is mainly complete and thorough excision of the cystic tissue.
When you find a lump behind the ear, you need to actively consult a doctor for a systematic examination and standardized treatment after a clear diagnosis.