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    Dec 14, 2007, 01:44 PM
    Scalp infection
    For some reason I have this huge painful bump in the top of my head and its filled with puss and its taking my hair out, do I have psoriasis or is it just a regular scalp infection like acne?:confused:
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    Dec 14, 2007, 06:18 PM
    It seem to me that you have an epidermal or sebaceous cyst on your scalp. The cyst has become infected and you may need medical treatment. Please see a doctor as soon as possible.
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