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What does it mean if you touch part of the top of your head and it feels sore, i didnt hit it or anything, and its been like that for yrs, just wonder?
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Superficial irritati: A long standing sensitive area on the scalp with no visible area of inflammation or infection may simply represent an area of superficial tenderness secondary to nerve irritation or local irritation for example the hair being pulled to tight, etc.
Answered 2/1/2016
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