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I recently noticed a small, hard bump under my skin. what could this be?
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Many possibilities: A lump under the skin could be as a result of different reasons of which could include an ingrown hair, lipoma, ganglion, abscess, or an inflamed lymph node. Have it evaluated by your physician to get the appropriate treatment.
Answered 8/19/2015
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