A doctor will check the lump carefully, because swellings near the ear and neck can have different causes and should always be examined.
If it is an inflamed cyst, it can be numbed and drained through a small opening, which brings fast relief from the pressure and pain.
Once the inflammation settles, the remaining sac can be removed so the cyst does not return in the same spot.
Keeping the area clean, avoiding squeezing and keeping hair products away from the wound all help it heal well.
Trust your instincts when something feels wrong. The videos below show cysts near the ear and neck being treated by professionals.
