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I went to the doctor for bumps on my head, he said it was swollen lymph nodes. its getting worse and really hurts. i also have painful bumbs on top?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Need more info: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. There are no lymph nodes in the scalp. You may wish to seek the advice of a different doctor.

Answered 10/21/2016

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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Get rechecked: This sounds unusual for lymph nodes. Return to the doctor, or get a second opinion. Good luck!

Answered 8/9/2017

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A member asked:

I went to the doctor for bumps on my head, he said it was swollen lymph nodes. its getting worse and really hurts. i also have painful bumbs on top?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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