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What is a disease that causes sore spots on your scalp like bruises?

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Scalp soreness: There is no disease that causes what you describe. If it is bothering you, then you need some medical diagnosis. Keep in mind that some things elude diagnosis or don't fit a particular pattern.

Answered 3/3/2018

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