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What Causes Lump At The Right Side Of Head?
Question: I have discovered a lump under the skin at the right side at the back of my head, Hurts to touch , haven't had a head trauma . Round the size of a marble
Brief Answer:
Suspect infected cyst.Plan for excision
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
It can be an infected cyst since it is painful. You should consult a doctor who can perform a needle biopsy after local examination. If necessary this lump will need to be excised surgically.
In the interim you can take analgesic (ibuprofen 400mg twice daily after food) for pain relief. Suggest not to squeeze the cyst to evacuate the contents since it becomes recurrent unless it is excised.
Hope this answers your query.
Regards
Suspect infected cyst.Plan for excision
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear,
It can be an infected cyst since it is painful. You should consult a doctor who can perform a needle biopsy after local examination. If necessary this lump will need to be excised surgically.
In the interim you can take analgesic (ibuprofen 400mg twice daily after food) for pain relief. Suggest not to squeeze the cyst to evacuate the contents since it becomes recurrent unless it is excised.
Hope this answers your query.
Regards
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