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What Could Be The Small Lump On Temple Which Is Painful After Pressing?
Hi, I noticed a small lump, slightly larger than a pea, on my left temple yesterday. It hurts to press and the entire area is tender. I have had increased headaches lately, though I'm prone to headaches so that could be unrelated. What could it be and should I see a gp? Thanks.
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Hi. Thanks for posting your concern at HCM
Seems to be a bacterial infection.. since its painful red and tender.
I usually ask my patients to take a week of oral antibiotic like the one from the penicillin or cephalosporin group.
Topical antibacterial ointment like mupirocin 2% would help in faster resolution.
An OTC painkiller like ibuprofen will help you with the pain part.
take care
regards
Seems to be a bacterial infection.. since its painful red and tender.
I usually ask my patients to take a week of oral antibiotic like the one from the penicillin or cephalosporin group.
Topical antibacterial ointment like mupirocin 2% would help in faster resolution.
An OTC painkiller like ibuprofen will help you with the pain part.
take care
regards
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