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Dermatology (Expert Forum)
Scalp bumps
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
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Scalp bumps
by Greyghost, Oct 07, 2001 12:00AM
I am a 54 year old male. In the past two days, red bumps have appeared in an area the size of a dime on the upper right rear of my scalp. They appear to be spreading and are slightly tender, sore to the touch. On the second day I am experiencing occasional stabs of pain from the area, similar to headache pains and short in duration. Rash, insect bite, serious?
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Oct 07, 2001 12:00AM
, Oct 07, 2001 12:00AM
It could be anything from insect bites to zoster ("shingles.") Not serious, but uncomfortable. You need diagnosis and if, required, treatment. Shingles (a localized recurrence of the chickenpox virus) responds to oral antibiotics, especially if administered early on. Like now. Please arrange to be seen ASAP.
Of course, it may be something localized which will go away on its own.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
Of course, it may be something localized which will go away on its own.
Best.
Dr. Rockoff
