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I have an enlarged bump on the back of my head on the right side at the base of the skull. it is very tender? no other symptoms. should i be worried?
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See a dr: You may have a pilar cyst( hair cyst) that may be trying to get infected . You may need a surgeon to drain or remove it.
Answered 5/23/2015
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