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Indentation Present Behind Skull, Sudden Pain On Tying Hair. Medical Attention Needed?

Hello, I am a 21 yr old female. I ve noticed and indentation in the top back of my skull . I haven t noticed how long I ve had it but its been awhile! It gets sore sometimes when I put my hair up or just randomly. I would like to get an idea of what this could be and if medical assistance is required. Please get back to me
Sun, 31 Mar 2013
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Hello,
Thanks for your query.
Usually people come to know later in their lives about such little deformities having no much importance, however it can be Scalp Dysesthesia in which patient may feel indentations, pain, burning,itching, crawling, lightness etc
It can be treated with Doxepin or Amytriptiline.
Maintaining optimum weight, proper diet, vitamin supplements, exercise, treating stress and depression which will help in reducing the symptoms.
Visit your doctor for more information and management.
Hope it helps.
take care!
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Indentation Present Behind Skull, Sudden Pain On Tying Hair. Medical Attention Needed?

Hello, Thanks for your query. Usually people come to know later in their lives about such little deformities having no much importance, however it can be Scalp Dysesthesia in which patient may feel indentations, pain, burning,itching, crawling, lightness etc It can be treated with Doxepin or Amytriptiline. Maintaining optimum weight, proper diet, vitamin supplements, exercise, treating stress and depression which will help in reducing the symptoms. Visit your doctor for more information and management. Hope it helps. take care!