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Painful swallow
Found a painful (while touching) swallow in back side of head, very small like injury (but not injured) , 1-1.5 cm, circular. Occipital area. I am worried, recently no others symptoms except pain.
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A small, painful swelling in the occipital area is often due to a localized infection or inflamed lymph node, sometimes even a simple boil or folliculitis. Since you have no other symptoms, it usually isnât serious. However, if the swelling increases in size, becomes red/hot, persists beyond a week, or is associated with fever, headache, or neurological symptoms, you should consult a physician for proper evaluation. For now, avoid pressing it and keep the area clean.
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A small, tender swelling at the back of the head could be due to causes like a localized skin/follicle infection, inflamed lymph node, or cyst. While it may not be serious, a physical examination is important to confirm the cause and rule out anything needing immediate care. Avoid pressing it repeatedly, keep the area clean, and consult a doctor if it increases in size, redness, or pain, or if you develop fever.
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Homeopathic medicines will
surely help you for your
Pain.
consult online with me
during my clinic timing
10 am to 2.00 pm
6.00 pm to 9.00 pm
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Please provide a clear Picture
That diagnosis will be easier for us
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consult a doctor,give full case taking for further treatment
Health Tips
Don't touch or pinch or don't apply any ointment without consulting
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please give the picture.if its tumour then will have to tumour treatment.
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please don't press there.
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thuja may be key medicine
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Yes your condition can be permanently cured with Homeopathic Treatment.
Yes but the duration of treatment may vary according to the pathological conditions of Disease you are suffering from
And No worries, here we don't claim false promises we just tell you what is the actual condition.
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You can book Online Consultation with us.
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This is a cyst but what kind of cyst can be said after watching the picture.
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Consult me through Practo
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Avoid using harsh shampoo .
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Surely it will get cured with my homoeopathic Treatment
Consult me via PRACTO
Will Prescribe th complete treatment
Regards
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Consult us for proper treatment
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A small, painful lump in the occipital region could be a swollen lymph node, sebaceous cyst, or a localized follicular infection. Since there’s no injury or other symptoms, it’s likely benign — but persistent pain should not be ignored.
I recommend a clinical examination to assess it properly. Please feel free to consult me directly for evaluation and safe homeopathic treatment.
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This may be
Inflamed sebaceous cyst
Folliculitis or minor skin infection
Occipital lymph node enlargement
Apply warm compress locally. Monitor for increase in size, redness, or systemic symptoms.
Please go for a clinical examination to rule out any emergency
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Hi Practo user a homoeopathic treatment will give you best results naturally
You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance
Or click on the calling option over my profile on Practo
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Show it to the nearby physician asap.
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Take appointment for your problem, Get long term effect from homeopathy.
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Take homoeopathic medicine.
Belladonna 30.
3 times in a day
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Since how may days.
Any discharge.
Share photos if you can.
I suggest proper consultation and share all the information for right diagnosis and accurate treatment.
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●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 .
●𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰
●𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 1.5 𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳.
●𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
●𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀.
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To understand more you should send the pictures to differentiate that it is any kind of infection like fungal or any psoriatic symptom. Kindly upload for confirmation so that medicine be prescribed based on that!
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Donot scratch
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Dr. Kavita Dwivedi
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15 yrs exp
Raipur
Consult me for proper treatment
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Dr. Divya Bagre
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6 yrs exp
Delhi
Need proper consultation
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Dr. Kajal Ponkiya
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15 yrs exp
Gandhinagar
Need picture ta more details for proper treatment and guidance.
Kindly consult me on practo online or calling.
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Dr. Sameeksha Hemant Patil
Homoeopath
2 yrs exp
Nashik
Consult me online through practo.
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Dr. Vettrivel Arul
Homoeopath
7 yrs exp
Salem
A small, circular, tender swelling in the occipital area of the scalp, especially if there is no visible injury or trauma, is most likely an inflamed lymph node or sebaceous cyst. These swellings can appear when there is minor infection or irritation in the nearby skin, scalp, or even from a mild viral illness that has passed. The occipital region contains small lymph nodes that can become tender and swollen in response to any inflammation around the neck, scalp, or upper back. Since you are not experiencing fever, weight loss, or neurological symptoms, this is likely benign. The fact that it is painful to touch but not enlarging rapidly is reassuring.
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Apply a warm compress over the area for ten minutes, two to three times a day. This helps reduce inflammation and discomfort. Avoid pressing or massaging the swelling too much. If it persists beyond two weeks, becomes larger, or develops redness and heat, you should consider a clinical examination and possibly a simple ultrasound to confirm whether it is a cyst or a reactive node. In homeopathy, Silicea 6X or Hepar sulphuris 30C can help resolve small nodular swellings depending on whether it is more firm or tender. Use only after a full case review.
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Wash your scalp with warm water and a mild herbal shampoo. Avoid hair oils or gels until the swelling settles. Include turmeric and ginger in your food for natural anti-inflammatory support. Also, ensure you are drinking enough water and sleeping on a clean pillow to avoid any further irritation to the scalp.
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Dr. Sowmya Narasimhan
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4 yrs exp
Chennai
We need more clarity and picture if possible
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