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I have a question i noticed that i have a bump/lump in my forehead i'm worried i can only see it sometimes not everyday what can it be ? can it be bad

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Dr. Jon Ahrendsen answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Not likely bad: To know what it is a doctor would have to look at it and feel it. At your age the most likely is a cyst or a type of pimple. If it is not sore or painful, it is probably safe to watch it and see if it gets bigger or more sore. There is a chance it can get smaller with time also.

Dr Rhoads and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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