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Why does the space between my ear and my skull smell like cheese? Recently, I have had a bout of exma in the small space between the top of my ear and my head. Whenever I scratch behind there, my finger smells like very strong (and slightly off) cheese for about half an hour afterwards. Even after the exma has gone, the smell lingers. Is there any reason for that?
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Asked by SylarStoleMyBrain
on 2010-07-08 18:06:39

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Categories: Human Body.

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It's often stated that head lice are attracted to clean hair. Is this true? If so, why? Ella Gribben, London, UK
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on 2010-06-09 14:42:19

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How do professional footballers head the ball without suffering damage or pain?

Last week I played soccer for the first time in years. The goalkeeper kicked the ball high (probably about 20 metres into the air) and a teammate called to me to head it.

I realise I am lacking in skill, but the power of the ball striking my head knocked me off my feet, bruised my forehead and left me with a dreadful headache. Yet professional footballers seem able to head higher and faster-moving balls with no apparent damage or pain.

What velocities and forces are they dealing with, and why did the ball leave me stunned but not a professional player?

Alan Nicholas, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, UK

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