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After i feel crawling sensation in my head it feels itchy. what could it be? its not the sculp, i think inside my head

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Irritable nerves: I feel this is more superficial than it appears to you. Such sensations are usually from irrititable superficial nerves in the scalp. If you deem it necessary, consult a neurologist for evaluation and advice.

Answered 5/11/2014

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A member asked:

After i feel crawling sensation in my head it feels itchy. what could it be? its not the sculp, i think inside my head

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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