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Hi, i am a 20 y/o male and have had 2 very painful lumps on the back of my neck and a little farther down my back that don't go away. i have been worried about what they might be. i have tried popping it since i have had an acne problem for a while and it

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See your doctor: Persistent painful bumps should be checked out. It is likely they are related to a skin cyst or a small skin infection, but you will want to know the best treatment to relieve the skin problem and the pain.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Hi, i am a 20 y/o male and have had 2 very painful lumps on the back of my neck and a little farther down my back that don't go away. i have been worried about what they might be. i have tried popping it since i have had an acne problem for a while and it

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Christine Hom answered

Dr Blinski and 2 doctors agreed

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