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Benign Ear Cyst - Benign Ear Growth
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Diagnosis & Tests
How is the condition diagnosed?
Benign ear tumors or cysts in the ear canal or middle ear can be seen during examination. A biopsy may be needed. A biopsy is the surgical removal of a piece of tissue for analysis. Hearing tests can help find any hearing loss that is present. A special X-ray test may be needed if surgery is planned.