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I have 2 tender spots on the left side of my head it doesn't hurt unless i lay on it or touch it what could this be?

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Cysts ? infected: Image is of a hair follicular cyst infected. This can happen in the head also. Sebaceous cysts r common in the head and r usually not painful unless infected. They r sore when pressure is applied, just like a boil. Get in2 c a dermatologist or surgeon 4 evaluation.

Answered 10/17/2016

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