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I wokeup and i have sore spot on the right spot of my head. the skull (or muscle) underneath seems a bit elevated. i have had taken cortisone b4?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Sore Spot: I would be suspicious for fungal infection. Especialy with hair loss.

Dr Khan agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

I wokeup and i have sore spot on the right spot of my head. the skull (or muscle) underneath seems a bit elevated. i have had taken cortisone b4?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Khan agreed

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