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9 months old son has swelling on right side of head above ear over a month now.its very hard from day one and not changed its size. is it a concern?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Unlikely: If it hasn’t changed. An Ultrasound may help further define it. All the best.

Answered 7/18/2018

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A member asked:

9 months old son has swelling on right side of head above ear over a month now.its very hard from day one and not changed its size. is it a concern?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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