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I have a lump under my skin on my scalp on the back part of my head it started off with a small bump that had clear fluid in it what shld i do?

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Dr. John Chiu
Dr. John Chiuanswered
Allergy and Immunology 58 years experience
Duration?: If there is no soreness or pus, just give it a couple more weeks and see what happens. If there is pus or soreness, try topical antibiotic. See doctor if problem persists.
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