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I've had a swollen hard immovable lump at the right side bottom of my head (top of neck) for a good few years. no change in size. is this concerning?

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Dr. James Burns answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

If you are certain: That this is not part of your skull then i would recommend your doctor evaluate this. Painless, hard, immobile subcutaneous masses should be examined and possibly biopsied.

Dr Arnold agreed

Answered 7/16/2018

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A member asked:

I've had a swollen hard immovable lump at the right side bottom of my head (top of neck) for a good few years. no change in size. is this concerning?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Burns answered

Dr Arnold agreed

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