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Tender to the touch lump on back of head, not sure what it is?
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Boil: This may be an abscess that started as an ingrown hair. Warm applications help bring it to head. It also could be an infected cyst.Consult your physician if there is worsening pain,tenderness or swelling as it may have to be lanced.
Answered 9/28/2016
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