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Why does my scalp hurt when i move my hair from one side to another i know it sounds crazy but it really does what could cause this??

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Hair/scalp: Get examined for either hair or scalp irritiation or infection. Cannot diagnose online.

Answered 4/7/2016

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