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What is this bump on the bottom of my neck and how can I treat it? (Photos)

Warmhearted61437Apr 22, 2022
I had this bump awhile back when I trimmed the hair and then it went away but it came back again on the same spot. What is this bump and how can I treat it? Thank you.

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