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It's the crown of my head that's sensitive to touch & actually feels a little painful when i touch the base of the hair shafts. never had this before?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Exam: Have the area examined or get someone to send us a picture to help with your assessment. Was there any history of injury or bites? All the best.

Answered 8/18/2015

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A member asked:

It's the crown of my head that's sensitive to touch & actually feels a little painful when i touch the base of the hair shafts. never had this before?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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