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I have what feels like fluid in a nickel sized bump on the top, back right of my head. any suggestions, should i see my doctor?

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Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

See your family doc: Sebaceous cysts (usually benign) are common in the scalp. Should be no problem for your family physician or a general surgeon to take care of it.

Answered 7/12/2015

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A member asked:

I have what feels like fluid in a nickel sized bump on the top, back right of my head. any suggestions, should i see my doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

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