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Hard lump on the back of neck below hairline, skin coloured & only hurts slightly when applied more pressure.used to have slight pain.how?infection?
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Lymphadenitis: Sounds as if this may be a lymph node, enlarged and tender from fighting inflammation. If this persists much longer suggest you see a doctor and have it examined and possibly biopsied if there is a substantial question as to its nature.
Answered 11/27/2017
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