Question 1

small hard lump under skin on head/skull, what is this?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: It is difficult to make a proper diagnosis since I am not there to see the condition. I recommend seeing a dermatologist so that they can make a proper diagnosis and give you something to get rid of the condition or relieve symptoms.

Question 2

i have a boil on my buttocks when i first saw it i thought it was just a pimple so i popped it now its a lump under my skin with a head puss and blood?

Accepted Answer

Small abscess: It may have been a small hair follicle infection that has now expanded after your initial manipulation. A warm compress may draw it out over a day or two but it may expand &amp; need to be drained by your doc.

Question 3

what can cause little lumps in your head?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Some causes of “lumps” may include: bony overgrowths, soft tissue masses, ganglions, fibromas, cysts, and infection.  Have it evaluated by a professional to get the right diagnosis.

Question 4

what can cause a lump on the top of the head?

Accepted Answer

Cyst.: Trichilemmal  os sebaceaous cyst.  Usually bumps on the head are cysts of one sort or another.  Sometimes they can be infected.  At that point they are quite obviously painful swollen and red.

Question 5

what could a lump on the back/side of my head mean?

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Monitoring Centers: Lymphatic system absorbs/carries things too big to go into the arteries/veins like bacteria eaten by white cells and digested food. Lymph nodes "taste" the lymph for anything bad  like bacteria/viruses/cancers, etc. When it detects a problem, it alerts the immune system and your body reacts.  They enlarge in response to the inflammation they create when they react.  They shrink when all is well.

Question 6

how do i figure out what is this long lump on my head?

Accepted Answer

By making an appt.: with a doctor who will get a history from you and do a physical exam.  Dr. Anne

Question 7

i have 2 pea sized lumps on my head, should i be worried? what could they be?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: You sould see your doctor.  This lump needs to be palpated by your doctor and he/she needs to be able to put the rest of your symptoms in perspective.

Question 8

i suddenly discovered a lump on the back of my head. what could this be from?

Accepted Answer

Trichilemmal Cyst: Trichilemmal or pilar cysts are common intradermal or subcutaneous cysts, occurring in 5-10% of the population.Greater than 90% occur on the scalp, where trichilemmal cysts are the most common cutaneous cyst. Trichilemmal cysts are almost always benign. Treatment is surgical excision.

Question 9

dime size lump on head is it a cyst?

Accepted Answer

Simple vs serious: Our bodies always have things that grow and change. Skin, fat, muscle, lymph nodes,  bones, can change shape, get larger, more prominent due to many factors. The vast majority are not cancer but simply unusual growths like fatty tumors, cysts, skin tags, moles, etc.  Most cause no symptoms and can be watched.  If they cause symptoms or change colors, bleed, bruise or hurt, then see your doctor.

Question 10

what could the pea like lump in my head be?

Accepted Answer

Simple vs serious: Our bodies always have things that grow and change. Skin, fat, muscle, lymph nodes,  bones, can change shape, get larger, more prominent due to many factors. The vast majority are not cancer but simply unusual growths like fatty tumors, cysts, skin tags, moles, etc.  Most cause no symptoms and can be watched.  If they cause symptoms or change colors, bleed, bruise or hurt, then see your doctor.

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Small hard lump under skin on head/skull, what is this?

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I have a boil on my buttocks when i first saw it i thought it was just a pimple so i popped it now its a lump under my skin with a head puss and blood?

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What can cause little lumps in your head?

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What can cause a lump on the top of the head?

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What could a lump on the back/side of my head mean?

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How do i figure out what is this long lump on my head?

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I have 2 pea sized lumps on my head, should i be worried? what could they be?

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I suddenly discovered a lump on the back of my head. what could this be from?

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Dime size lump on head is it a cyst?

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What could the pea like lump in my head be?

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