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I have a sudden painful bump on the right side of my head. its a few inches above the base of my head. its hard and painful to touch.what could it be?
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Tender scalp bump: Greatest likelihood is some sort of infectious process, such as a pimple or cellulitis, but there are other possibilities. See your doctor for a hands-on exam so the problem can be diagnosed accurately and treated properly.
Answered 1/9/2020
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