- Male
- 55 Years
- 22/01/2025
I'm kind of worried about my father. He's developed this swelling on the far left part of his forehead. There's no pain or redness, but it's slowly spreading towards his left eye and near his ear. Any idea what might be causing this, and which type of specialist should we consult?
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