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Question by  jeff33 (33)

What could be the cause of the bump on the side of my infant son's head?

My baby hasn't suffered any trauma to the head, but there's a quarter-sized bump on the side, behind his ear. What could this be?

 
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Answer by  jsmith86 (15)

The bump could possibly be a swollen lymph node depending on the location, (behind the ear lobe). It could also be an insect bite, maybe a mosquito or spider. It would probably be red and itchy if that were the case. If it bothers the infant or doesn't go away soon you should see a doctor.

 
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Answer by  caporfirio (804)

The bump could be caused by calcium build-up in the formation of the skull. You should have a doctor check on this problem as soon as possible to ensure that it is not something more serious.

 
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