Causes Of Glides Behind Your Head That Need To Be Watched Out For, Is It Hazardous?

Illustration of lumps on the head. (Freepic)

JAKARTA - The lumps on the back of the head often make people worry. Is it dangerous and a sign of serious illness?

Actually not all lumps to the head are related to dangerous conditions. Some are only due to minor collisions, but some need to be examined further to the doctor.

"A hard bang on the head can cause brain injury, so someone should pay attention to symptoms of concussion," Healthline explained, quoted from Medical News Today's official website.

In addition to injuries, there are several other conditions that can also cause lumps and some of them need a doctor's examination.

1. Injury

Falling backward, collisions during contact sports, traffic accidents, and physical violence can cause lumps. Usually this lump is in the form of a hematoma of the scalp, which is a buildup of blood under the skin.

Treatment of minor injuries can be treated at home with rest, relievers of free pain and ice compresses. However, if an injury causes symptoms of concussion such as confusion, dizziness, vomiting, severe headache, pelo speech, and fainting, it is better to go to the ER immediately.

2. Kista Pilar

This cyst generally appears on the skin of the head, contains keratin, and feels solid and smooth. According to Healthline, pillar cysts are more common in women and can be lowered in the family.

The treatment is usually harmless. If there are no complaints, there is no need to treat them. However, if you feel pain or annoying, the doctor can lift it with a small operation.

3. Lipoma

Lipoma is a gentle lump of tame fat that can move when pressed. Generally it doesn't cause pain.

"Lipoma is most commonly found at the age of 40'60," explained a medical source.

The treatment is harmless and often does not need to be removed, unless the size is large or causes complaints.

4. Osteofit (Taji Tulang)

Bone spurs or osteophytes are excess bone growth, usually feels hard and immobile. This condition can arise due to osteoartritis.

If there are no complaints, there is no need for special therapy. However, if the pain is done, the doctor can prescribe medication for pain relievers, physiotherapy, and surgery if needed.

5.Foliculitis

Inflammatory in the hair follicles in the head can cause lumps containing acne-like pus. Symptoms include itching, pain and redness.

The treatment with warm ompres, antibiotic warrants, and anti-tombe shampoo can help. If severe, doctors may prescribing oral antibiotics or special opuses.

6. Cyst of Epidermoid

A tame cyst contains a palace with a clear wall. Usually has a small dot in the middle (punctum). A dermatologist can lift this cyst. If the entire cyst wall is successfully lifted, the possibility of relapse is very small.

7. Skull Basic Tumor

Very rare cases, but lumps behind the head can also be caused by bone tumors, such as the cordoma. This tumor can cause serious symptoms such as headaches, visual problems, to difficulty walking.

The treatment depends on the type, size, and location of the tumor. Handling can be surgery, radiation therapy, or combination.

Immediately go to the doctor if the lump behind the head looks bigger, feels great pain, emits pus or fluids, and is accompanied by reddish and warm skin.

If a lump arises due to an accident or a hard impact, don't delay it to go directly to the ER, especially if you are accompanied by serious symptoms such as fainting, seizures, excessive sleepiness, continuous vomiting, clear fluids or blood from the ears or nose, different sizes of the eye pupils, pelo talk, confusion, loss of memory, or experiencing walking and balance disorders.