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Suggest Treatment For Bumps And Knots On Back Of Head
I have a several knots, bumps on the left back side of my head, about equal with the back of my ear that developed while driving my car. I think it could be caused by tension or perhaps my posture while sitting in the car is aggravating a muscle in my back, possibly related to straining it during crossfit.
Thu, 19 Jan 2017
Hi,
Regarding your concern, I would explain that these bumps can be lymph nodes or inflammation. Another possible cause to consider is skull modifications related to calcium deficiency. I would recommend consulting with your doctor for a physical exam. Further tests may be needed like:
- a scull X ray study or a brain CT scan
- calcium and vitamin D plasma levels for possible deficiency
- complete blood count, PCR, sedimentation rate for inflammation
Hope to have been helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Best wishes,
Dr. Aida
Regarding your concern, I would explain that these bumps can be lymph nodes or inflammation. Another possible cause to consider is skull modifications related to calcium deficiency. I would recommend consulting with your doctor for a physical exam. Further tests may be needed like:
- a scull X ray study or a brain CT scan
- calcium and vitamin D plasma levels for possible deficiency
- complete blood count, PCR, sedimentation rate for inflammation
Hope to have been helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Best wishes,
Dr. Aida
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