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What Could A Painful Soft Spot On The Back Of Head Indicate?

I have a soft spot on the back midle of my head. I have had it since l was born, it hurts to touch and l used to suffer from headaches when l was young l do get them on and off now. The spot is sunken with a hump bone like think around it. What could it be please help?
Tue, 15 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have painful soft spot on the back of head . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like folliulitis or sebaceous cyst . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses to it , take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and do not touch or pick it . Consult general surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may check tenderness and consistency . In some cases doctor may take sample for lab test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with anti inflammatory or may recommend surgical removal under local anesthesia . Doctor my also refer you to neurologist .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Could A Painful Soft Spot On The Back Of Head Indicate?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have painful soft spot on the back of head . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like folliulitis or sebaceous cyst . I would suggest you to apply warm compresses to it , take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and do not touch or pick it . Consult general surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may check tenderness and consistency . In some cases doctor may take sample for lab test . Doctor may prescribe antibiotics along with anti inflammatory or may recommend surgical removal under local anesthesia . Doctor my also refer you to neurologist . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari