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Boils on head

2020-01-09 22:07:15
Hi, i have observed painless small boils on my head, though after scratching them there is little burning sensation. Also, I had a history of herpes zoster a year back. i am trying to understand why this boils are and what to do to resolve it. i had suffered through herpes zoster one year back.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this boils... Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription .

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