A member asked:

Bump on side of head above ear. feels boney like i was hit but i wasn't. slight discomfort when pressed hard & minor headache. what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Keuer answered

Scalp bump: This is likely to be a pilar cyst, but a lymph node is also possible. I recommend you see a dermatologist for a precise diagnosis, though it is unlikely to be anything serious.

Answered 1/21/2018

1.1k views

Thank

More of what we treat

Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.

Get Virtual Care

For Businesses

About Us

HealthTap Online Primary Care Doctors Accepting New Patients

A member asked:

Bump on side of head above ear. feels boney like i was hit but i wasn't. slight discomfort when pressed hard & minor headache. what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Keuer answered

Related Questions

A member asked:

I hit my head hard on a metal thing and there was a bump. really bad headaches ever since with any movement. what is this?

A member asked:

Hit my head hard on the crown 3 days ago. Was diagnosed with concussion without any imaging. Also hit my head hard but barely developed a bump. Is this normal? Have had persistent headache since the hit?

A member asked:

How often are bumps to head really concussions? Is just a headache for a day or two after a concussion? Do these mild hits and bumps cause CTE later?

A member asked:

Hit my head with the handle of hammer, left a small bump. Very tired after and somewhat out of it. no headache the next day but headache all day today?

A member asked:

I have a small bump on the lower right back side of my head. I've been having headaches in my right eye and feeling dizzy. what is this?

Sponsored Content

People also searched for:

I hit the top of my head and have a small goose bump. No clinical signs other than a sore spot, slight headache. Any concern on this? Being over 60 years I am more aware of possible conditions. No lapse of conscious nor dizziness.

Hit head above left temple on corner of car door 3 days ago. Small bump barely noticeable bruise&little scratch. Slight headache yesterday&today. Dr??

Rolled off bed hit my head on side table corner about a week ago. No bruise, no bump, scalp swelling still hurts. Headaches, jaw pain, ear ache?

I hit my head on the car door and have a small bump. 24 hours later I have a bad headache. Could I have a concussion?

I hit my head last night, had a small bump. Woke up to a stiff neck. I don't have headaches or anything besides the stiff neck. Should I get it checked out?

Telemedicine

Primary Care

Manage Your Conditions

Women's Health

Children's Health

Men's Health

Senior Health

Wellness, Prevention & Lifestyle

Sexual Health

Mental & Behavioral Health

Travel Medicine

Urgent Care

Didn't find what you're looking for?

More of what we treat

Allergies

Antibiotics

Asthma

High Blood Pressure

Prescriptions

Type 2 Diabetes

For Businesses

Company

Health Content

Join Us

Download HealthTap

Questions?