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Suggest Treatment For Hard Area Behind Head Causing Heaviness
Question: Good day. The back of my head on the left side has a hard area. No pain felt normally. However bending my head forward and then backward, I feel some heaviness there
Brief Answer:
An ultrasound of the area will help diagnose
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX
Welcome to HCM
This is common and no need to worry much.
1)Apply hot fomentation over the region.
2)Take OTC pain meds like tramazac-p twice a day for 5 days.
3)If discomfort worsens or new symptoms like blurring of vision, nausea,giddiness seek immediate medical attention.
If this does not get better in two days then see a doctor. A medical examination and if needed an ultrasound of the area will help diagnose.
Hope this helps..If any doubts,don't hesitate to ask.
Take care.
An ultrasound of the area will help diagnose
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX
Welcome to HCM
This is common and no need to worry much.
1)Apply hot fomentation over the region.
2)Take OTC pain meds like tramazac-p twice a day for 5 days.
3)If discomfort worsens or new symptoms like blurring of vision, nausea,giddiness seek immediate medical attention.
If this does not get better in two days then see a doctor. A medical examination and if needed an ultrasound of the area will help diagnose.
Hope this helps..If any doubts,don't hesitate to ask.
Take care.
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