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What Is A Soft Lump On The Forehead Of A Toddler Suggestive Of?

My 3 year old son suddenly developed a good sized lump on his forehead near the temple/ scalp line. A little bigger than a quarter in size, red and soft but not moveable. He didn t bump his head. I was with him all day. It was nickel sized at lunch and twice as big by dinner. It just came up out of nowhere. He says it doesn t hurt even when we touch and press on it. Tried cold pack in case of bump and Advil as anti inflammatory but no change. What is this?? Freaked out.
Mon, 10 Jun 2019
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General Surgeon 's  Response
Hello,

It could be a hematoma.
Consult a pediatrician and plan for an ultrasound scan.
If there is diagnostic confusion, a fine needle biopsy may be required.

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

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Is A Soft Lump On The Forehead Of A Toddler Suggestive Of?

Hello, It could be a hematoma. Consult a pediatrician and plan for an ultrasound scan. If there is diagnostic confusion, a fine needle biopsy may be required. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician