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I have a small, hard bump under my skin on my shoulder. it's the size of a small pimple, but it's been there almost 6 months and i can't get rid of it?

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Dr. James Chappell answered

Specializes in Aesthetic Medicine

See Dermatologist : Could be many things but most common thing would be a cyst. See your doctor and/or a dermatologist in order to figure it out. Best of luck.

Answered 3/4/2017

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A member asked:

I have a small, hard bump under my skin on my shoulder. it's the size of a small pimple, but it's been there almost 6 months and i can't get rid of it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Chappell answered

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