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A member asked:

I want to know what can i get for bumps in the back of my head because i've been struggling with this for a few years now after i came from the barber?

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Needs to be checked: Bumps on head need to be checked by your doctor to find what those bumps are These can be caused by Bacterial or fungua infections,There are other causes of these bumps as you describe it including Contact Dermatitis of scalp etc. Get it checked by your doctor or a Dermatologist

Dr Saunders agreed

Answered 1/6/2016

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