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Dandruff in children

2018-02-14 17:09:00
My daughter has developed 2-3 small patches of dandruff on her scalp approximately in the centre of her head. She has frequent itching in the spots. What is a suggested medication to stop the same ?
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This needs to be checked as it can be sebopsoriasis. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice

Answered2018-02-15 03:16:14

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