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A member asked:

What is this small lump on my skull (occipital part) towards the left?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

Can not: Tell if it is a cyst or folliculitis or a lymph node. Examination will help

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 10/15/2017

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