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What Could Cause A Painful Lump On The Back Of Head?
I have a painful lump on the back of my head on my left side , it went away, now has come back, sometimes quite itchy, has been there about a week. I thought originally I might have had lice, but in in my 50 (so not sure about lice) but this lump is large, tender painful to touch. What is the problem?
Sat, 15 Feb 2014
Hello,
Welcome to HCM,
You are having infection of the hair follicle leading to the present condition. This is just a furuncle of the scalp.
I would suggest you to follow these remedies
Hot compresses
Apply a warm, moist compress throughout the day to facilitate drainage.
Wash your furuncle with antibacterial soap.
Maintain good hygiene of the scalp.
Thank you.
Welcome to HCM,
You are having infection of the hair follicle leading to the present condition. This is just a furuncle of the scalp.
I would suggest you to follow these remedies
Hot compresses
Apply a warm, moist compress throughout the day to facilitate drainage.
Wash your furuncle with antibacterial soap.
Maintain good hygiene of the scalp.
Thank you.
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