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A 17-year-old male asked:

I have a marble/pea sized lump on the back of my head above my neck. it's rock hard and painless and may be growing. my doctor says it should be fine ?

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Dr. James Isobe
Dr. James Isobeanswered
Phlebology 56 years experience
See surgeon: Despite seeing your physician, you are still concerned about the lump. See a general surgeon who can give you another opinion, and perhaps remove it for your peace of mind, and to find out what it is.
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