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I have 1-2 itchy bumps on back of head that when i scratch they bleed and heal and are so itchy i scratch the scab off and it heals and comes back 5 y?

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Your age?: It is hard to tell without you giving us any detail on the history or even your age. Although itching often points to an allergic contact condition( hair preparations especially black hair dye) , it may also be from a skin cancer. Best to get them checked especially if you are over age 50.

Answered 7/29/2016

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A member asked:

I have 1-2 itchy bumps on back of head that when i scratch they bleed and heal and are so itchy i scratch the scab off and it heals and comes back 5 y?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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