There are many reasons why a lump appears on the back of the head. Most often, this occurs with mechanical action, impact with heavy objects and some diseases of the body. It is first necessary to identify the cause and take into account all the accompanying symptoms.
The lump on the back of the head itself (with the exception of the resulting injury) is a subcutaneous neoplasm and refers to benign tumors that can increase in size over time. The most common cones on the head and body are various lipomas, fibromas, warts, etc. In simple language, a lipoma is called a wen, as there are sebaceous masses inside. For the treatment of lipoma, folk remedies are used: pulp from boiled onions and laundry soap. Fibroma is a fairly dense ball in structure, which is located on a small "leg". Effectively contribute to the resorption of lotions from a mixture of beet juice and golden mustache, but experts recommend removing such tumors surgically. It is also advisable to remove warts under the supervision of a doctor using modern methods (laser, electric current, liquid nitrogen, etc.).
A sharp bump may be located directly at the base of the skull or at the bottom of the occipital region. Very often, the presence of a lump in this zone indicates the magical abilities and the ability of this person to exert pressure and influence on others.
If the bump on the back of the head appeared due to a blow with a heavy and blunt object, then a bruise and swelling will form around it. Seek medical attention immediately to rule out the possibility of a fracture of the cranial bone or other adverse effects. Almost always, the appearance of such a cone is accompanied by painful sensations in the area of damage.
If there was no blow, then the bump on the back of the head may become a sign of the formation of a hair cyst, which appears when the sebaceous duct located on the head is blocked. The gradual accumulation of fluid leads to the fact that the mass hardens and forms a cone.
As a rule, an ordinary hard cone on the back of the head is removed with a cold compress if applied immediately after damage. This is due to the fact that the injured vessels under the influence of cold begin to narrow, so the swelling decreases. It is advisable to attach a wet towel or a piece of ice, after wrapping it in a rag. For a greater effect, it is recommended to make a salt solution in which a towel or rag is wetted (2-3 tablespoons of table salt will be required for 1 liter of cold water).
Particular attention should be paid when a lump on the back of the neck or on the head appears in the child. Moreover, the younger he is, the more likely the danger of negative consequences from injury. You can not leave a baby without a medical examination if he cries for a long time from pain, if the neoplasm increases significantly right in front of his eyes, if the baby loses consciousness and becomes very pale, if continuous vomiting and convulsions begin, bloody discharge from the nasal or ear passages, etc. d.
There are various methods of dealing with a bump on the head or other part of the body. You can use medications. High results can be achieved with special ointments that have a resolving effect. You can speed up the healing process with iodine and alcohol. Mix them in equal proportions and periodically lubricate the bruise (morning and evening). Effectively helps the juice of wormwood, which lubricate the bump on the head.
You can attach a fresh leaf of cabbage or gruel made from it to the cone. Scroll the cabbage slightly boiled in milk through a meat grinder, put on a gauze bandage and tie for 40-60 minutes to the damaged area. After this, you need to wash the tumor with water at room temperature.
You can also prevent the appearance of bumps on the head. To do this, you need to take a small piece of cotton wool or gauze, soak it with any vegetable oil, and then attach it to the bruised place for an hour.