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Hi, about 2-3 weeks ago noticed a large hard lump (it almost feels like a bone) at the base of the left side of my skull, its not painful. I've been having more frequent headaches since then and I was curious if I needed to see a doctor about it.
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Usually these are benign tumors of bone.. nothing to worry but show some ortho doc to confirm...
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