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Hi. i have odd orangish yellowish bumps on my scalp. they are very itchy and tend to bleed when i scratch them. i do not use hair dye. what's wrong?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan
Dr. J. Lawrence Dohananswered
Dermatology 59 years experience
See a dermatologist: Begin with an exam to define the nature of the problem. Treatment depends on this. A skin DR will help you. Be sure to indicate that you are in distress and need prompt attention.
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