There is a hard lump on the child's ear. What's wrong? It doesn't hurt or itch.

If a child has a hard bump on their ear that doesn't hurt or itch, it's probably benign in most cases, but it's best to consult a doctor to rule out any underlying issues. In children, hard bumps around the ear can be caused by lymph nodes, lipomas, or sebaceous cysts. Lymph nodes are often the immune system's response to an infection and will shrink in size after the infection subsides. Lipomas are harmless accumulations of fat cells that don't usually cause discomfort. Sebaceous cysts are caused by blocked skin glands and are painless, but can occasionally become infected and swell.

To help your child better cooperate with observation, you can avoid pressing or squeezing the pimples during this period and keep the ear area clean. If the pimples grow larger or other symptoms occur, such as pain, redness, or heat, it is necessary to seek medical attention in time. In the hospital, the doctor may conduct a detailed examination and arrange ultrasound or other imaging examinations if necessary to clarify the nature of the pimples. For sebaceous cysts or infected lymph nodes, the doctor may give appropriate treatment to relieve symptoms and prevent further development.

To help your child better cooperate with observation, you can avoid pressing or squeezing the pimples during this period and keep the ear area clean. If the pimples grow larger or other symptoms occur, such as pain, redness, or heat, it is necessary to seek medical attention in time. In the hospital, the doctor may conduct a detailed examination and arrange ultrasound or other imaging examinations if necessary to clarify the nature of the pimples. For sebaceous cysts or infected lymph nodes, the doctor may give appropriate treatment to relieve symptoms and prevent further development.

In daily life, parents can regularly check other parts of their children for similar conditions and pay attention to the balance of immunity, such as helping to enhance their children's physical resistance through adequate sleep and a proper diet. Regular medical examinations can also help to detect health problems in a timely manner. Monitoring changes, maintaining good hygiene habits, and communicating with doctors are all wise ways to manage children's health.