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I got a lump on the back of my neck. its not so hard but it hurts when i touch it. and lately ive been having headache too.

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Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Infected cyst: It sounds like you have an infected cyst on your neck. You need to be seen to get this evaluated. You may need antibiotics and possible drainage.

Answered 9/7/2014

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A member asked:

I got a lump on the back of my neck. its not so hard but it hurts when i touch it. and lately ive been having headache too.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

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