you do realize that i can't see this lump. i can't examine your ear. nor can i treat you (non-surgically or surgically) over the internet. i am not sure where you got that $2000 price but i would encourage you to shop around for another ent. i also strongly caution you not to mess with this lump (any more).
what is this hard bump in my ear canal? . i slept a few nights with headphones in my ears and developed a very hard bump protruding from my ear canal. it's hard and gets very upset when i use garlic on it or mess with it - then calming down after a few days. doctors are asking $2 000 for a sample of what it is - i cannot afford this. i would like to cut it out but it's very painful. i also hear a constant high pitch sound in that ear and have trouble hearing.