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A member asked:

What could cause a small bump under skin near my right temple? it is hard, not able to be popped, and is not painful. has grown maybe 1mm in months.

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Probably: You probably have a milium which is a tiny cyst. See dermatologist for removal.

Answered 2/17/2016

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