What causes indentations on both sides of head?
Patient: 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 Doctor: 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.