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I have a squishy bump on my head, just behind my temple that appeared today. i haven't bumped my head. any ideas of what this could be? thanks!

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As above: Without examination it is hard to pin point out what was the causes , if it is bothersome u can see your PCP for evaluation.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 4/26/2016

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