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If i didnt get the head of a tick out of my crown of my head can ot cause itchy bumps on the crown of my head?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Get it out: Yes it can cause itchy bumps and even a secondary infection. You need to get all of the insect parts out.

Dr Kamnani agreed

Answered 8/25/2017

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