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Hi! my wife has this hard lump at the back of her neck. it used to be where she had boils. when it got cured a small lump was left. it hurts sometimes?
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Sounds like a...: ...Sebaceous (inclusion) cyst. These arise from blocked oil glands next to hair follicles and are prone to infection. I advise you to make an appointment with her primary care doctor. They can confirm the diagnosis and remove it (or refer her to someone who can).
Answered 12/9/2013
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