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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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Dr. Susan Madonna answered

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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A member asked:

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?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susan Madonna answered

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