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How To Treat A Soft Lump Towards The Back Of The Head?
Hi I just motice a soft lump on the side toward the back of my child head. it is very soft, feel like liquid. But does not seem to bother the baby. I also couldn t find any bruise, scar, or mark of falling or injuries. the skin at the spot seem to look normal. very concerning what it is or what its doing to the baby? please reply an answer or give an advise
Thu, 27 Feb 2020
Hello,
It can be a swollen lymph node. The swollen lymph node arises due to infection somewhere in the nearby area like decayed teeth or ear infection.
A short course of antibiotics may be started empirically. If there is diagnostic confusion, an ultrasound scan may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
It can be a swollen lymph node. The swollen lymph node arises due to infection somewhere in the nearby area like decayed teeth or ear infection.
A short course of antibiotics may be started empirically. If there is diagnostic confusion, an ultrasound scan may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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