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I have a lump on the right side of my head near my temple its tender to touch and i'm extremely worried. what could this be?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Could be: a sebaceous cyst (especially if its above your hairline! Hot Compresses might help until you can have this seen by your PCP (Primary Care Provider) In the meantime STOP being frightened!! It is MOST likely a very SIMPLE problem!!! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Answered 3/19/2016

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