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I noticed a knot that has formed on the right side of my head above the ear on the top of my head it is painful to touch and causes severe headaches when i do touch it?

Q: i noticed a knot that has formed on the right side of my head above the ear on the top of my head it is painful to touch and causes severe headaches when i do touch it?

: You need to have this evaluated to find out what this is. So, see your doctor to have this examined. You may need imaging studies like CT scan or MRI. Good luck to you!

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

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You need to have this evaluated to find out what this is. So, see your doctor to have this examined. You may need imaging studies like CT scan or MRI. Good luck to you!

Dr Ward agreed

Answered 5/16/2023

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A member asked:

I noticed a knot that has formed on the right side of my head above the ear on the top of my head it is painful to touch and causes severe headaches when i do touch it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Dr Ward agreed

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