What do you think of this lesion behind the ear?

In this week's case discussion, submitted by Dr Randa Al-Hajali, we look at a 73-year-old male patient with extensive elastosis who presents for a routine skin check.

What do you think of this lesion located behind the ear?

Update

Here is the pathology result. What next?

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