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I have two divots on the top center of my skull, shortly behind my hairline. i recently cut my hair and they weren't there. what may have caused them?
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Shape of things: No one's skull is perfectly round. Cutting your hair is most likely the cause of your becoming more aware of these normal shapes.
Answered 6/11/2016
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