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Suggest Treatment For Hard Lump Behind Head

so Monday night after I got out the shower I was drying my hair and I noticed a lump on the back of my head near the base on my hair line near my ear on the left side. it hurts when you put pressure on it and it s probably the size of a nickel and it s a hard lump. I don t know what it is and I m really worried! please help me!
Mon, 20 Apr 2020
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Hello,

It may be due to carbuncle.

For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen.

You may require antibiotics after consultation.

Maintain proper hygiene.

You may require dressing after consultation.

Hope I have answered your query...
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr Shyam kale
Family and general physician
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Suggest Treatment For Hard Lump Behind Head

Hello, It may be due to carbuncle. For pain you can take tablet acetaminophen. You may require antibiotics after consultation. Maintain proper hygiene. You may require dressing after consultation. Hope I have answered your query... Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr Shyam kale Family and general physician