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I have a hard pimple like bump on my forehead at the hairline it was small but it got bigger and it hasnt gone away what could it be?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Bump: You may an infection in a hair follicle. Consult your doctor for evaluation and possible treatment.

Answered 2/6/2017

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A member asked:

I have a hard pimple like bump on my forehead at the hairline it was small but it got bigger and it hasnt gone away what could it be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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