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Is it common for a 53 year old to have a soft spot in top of their head.. small knot beside it?

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Dr. Douglas Fronzaglia ii, do, ms answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Geriatrics

No: That would be unusual. You need to be evaluated by your family doctor.

Dr Jackson agreed

Answered 1/3/2013

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