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What Causes Indentations On Both Sides Of Head?

im 50 yrs old. im 5ft 6 weight 103 lbs. i smoke. dont drink or do drugs. i think im healthy. except i get alot of headaches. have for yrs. about 3 wks ago i felt indentations on both sides of my head, on top along both sides. very noticable. i went to dr yesterday he ordered xrays and for me to see a rheumatoligist. thinks it could be osteporosis. it doesnt hurt. just really scarey. do you think my dr is going in the right direction
Sat, 29 Feb 2020
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Hello and welcome to "Ask a Doctor " service.

I have read your query.

It may be osteoporosis, but also it may be muscle atrophy.

I think that CT scan of the head is more appropriate than x-rays in your case.

Bone density also should be measured and blood tests for hematologycal problems should be carried out.

Hope this helps.

Let me know if I can assist you further.
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What Causes Indentations On Both Sides Of Head?

Hello and welcome to Ask a Doctor service. I have read your query. It may be osteoporosis, but also it may be muscle atrophy. I think that CT scan of the head is more appropriate than x-rays in your case. Bone density also should be measured and blood tests for hematologycal problems should be carried out. Hope this helps. Let me know if I can assist you further.