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Question: When you develop a lump on your head overnight what could it be.
Brief Answer:
Minor trauma or hair follicles infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
The most probable cause of a lump developing on head overnight is trauma (monor one too).
Another possible explanation is hair follicles or sebaceous glands infection (foliculitis).
It is necessary for more information and if it is possible a uploaded picture of the lump, in order to have a correct diagnosis.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Greetings.
Minor trauma or hair follicles infection.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
The most probable cause of a lump developing on head overnight is trauma (monor one too).
Another possible explanation is hair follicles or sebaceous glands infection (foliculitis).
It is necessary for more information and if it is possible a uploaded picture of the lump, in order to have a correct diagnosis.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Greetings.
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Dr. Raju A.T
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