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I have a very painful lump under my skin by my right temple. it is about the size of a quarter and hard. hurts to touch or when not touched.

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Dr. Guy Farmer answered

Probably not cancer: Could be an abscess or gynecomastia. See a general surgeon.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/12/2015

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A member asked:

I have a very painful lump under my skin by my right temple. it is about the size of a quarter and hard. hurts to touch or when not touched.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Guy Farmer answered

Dr Ali agreed

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