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I have had a small lump on the top of my head now for awhile but it doesn't really hurt only once every 3 months what could it be?

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Cyst: Have it looked at.it could be a sebaceous cyst.this is harmless but may need to be removed for cosmetic reasons

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/6/2014

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