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Hi doctor, I have flaky scalp since 15 days..is "Scalpe" shampoo good for dandruff treatment and hairfall? Please guide.

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One needs to get evaluated in person to guide you correctly. Thanking You Shilpa Shetty Vanity Cosmetic Clinic ... Read More

I am taking prp treatment for hair and using kera xl and minokem n, but scalp is flaky now.. even if i wash my hair there's something on scalp, dont know if its medicine or skin? please help me what shoul i do about it ?

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U r suffering from seborrheic dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and tr ... Read More

My scalp is flaky and itchy............................ There are flakes on my scalp and the skin is really dry..

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Dandruff can be treated with lotions and shampoo (not commercial ones). Some people do have more oily scalp which cause visible flakes which we cause dandruff. There are some other conditions also whi ... Read More

I have a flaky scalp problem , due to which I have lost some hair also. Sometimes there is urge to scrap it also.

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You are suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts receeding from the front. This ... Read More

I'm facing this flaky scalp & dangerous dandruff problem lately. I've tried various anti-dandruff shampoos, home-based treatments but there is no effect. What shall I do? I think it is making my hairs unhealthy and dull and also hampering their growth.

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Medicine available for good improvement..Do direct online consultation for proper diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

I have pimples in the scalp and the skin peels. Can you suggest the shampoo or cream for the scalp pimple and flaky scalp.

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing scalp pimple... Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed ... Read More

Flaky scalp after washing hair everytime.looks like dandruff and comes off when rubbed . problem since 2 years what could be the reason ? took treatment for mild psorisis but no effect

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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff and flaky scalp.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the aff ... Read More

In certain areas of my scalp my skin has become flaky which itches and I have to take that skin off. In past I have used Ketar scalp solution. Can someone recommend what shampoo will be best for such problem?

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Kindly consult online with relevant photographs for proper assessment and treatment ... Read More

From past one week or two I am having massive flaky scalp and it has stuck like this even after oiling and shampoo ing. I think I have fungal infection. How do I get know?

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To know of it's dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis a proper consultation is important. Suggest you consult online for proper management. ... Read More

White flaky scalp of of a sudden since 1 Week! Its itchy and annoying! No previous instances of dandruff of any type! Please suggest a quick diy remedy!

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Need to see the rashes. It may be Seborrhoeic dermatitis. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice ... Read More

My father who is 64 years old is bald.. his scalp has too much flakes and dandruff..it is too much irritating for him also..im winter its increased.what should he does??what can be used ?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

For the past few years I've been experiencing extremely flaky scalp. Have been to multiple doctors that have prescribed different things but nothing fully fixed it.

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Can be seb capitis or sebopsoriasis ... Read More

I have flakes all over head , and i have this dandruff or flaky head condition since a long time.please suggest some shampoo to treat it

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I’m dealing with a very oily and itchy scalp that gets greasy again in 1–2 days after shampooing . I also get a lot of dandruff and sometimes tiny pimples on my scalp.. Please suggest what treatment or products could help... specially shampoo and oil / serum...

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Ketoconazole shampoo two times a week. Montek lc one at night for five days.. ... Read More

My scalp is itching a lot and when I am itching my scalp with fingers then dry dandruff is visible but not flaky. Please help.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Flaky patches on scalp, sides of nose, eyebrows, beard, and behind ears, without itching; chronic, mild redness sometimes present.(Since 4-5 years)

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for deta ... Read More

I have dry, flaky layers on my scalp that seem like dandruff. I've tried various shampoos and dermatologist-recommended ointments, but nothing has worked. I'm looking for an effective remedy.

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A complete clinical evaluation with medical history is required to know underlying condition. Treatments available depending on severity. You can consult online or visit us at our clinic. Thank you. ... Read More

📌There are red patches on scalp skin which are inflamed📌and my head scalp forms a greasy creamy white layer and with long hairs,it forms thicker dandruff like flakes whuch itches too much sometimes📌also ive seen some small red patches on beard skin after shaving and flakes too with grown beard📌also some flaky/greasy

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have been identified as rosacea and has flaky scapl and face around nose, please suggest some good product which can minimize this condition

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi doctors, I am experiencing a lot of white coloured slightly thick flakes coming out of my scalp when I scratch it (Refer images). At a few places, they are greasy and would stick in my nails. I also have scaling scalp where I could see residual of white coloured flakes on my hairline which doesn't go away even after shampooing (I use anti dandr

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A proper examination would be required to rule out other similar conditions. If at all it is dandruff and not responding, you might need some oral medications. If you have not used salicylic acid bef ... Read More

I am a 27 Year-old experiencing hair loss for the past five years, particularly in the crown region, where I have lost a significant amount of hair. I would like to understand the exact cause of my hair loss and the steps I should take to identify it. Can a dermatologist accurately diagnose the root cause of hair fall? Additionally, I have a dry sc

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing flaky scalp and hair fall... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online cons ... Read More

I have had white flakiness on my eyelids for 4 days. It is itchy and burns when I apply cream . Which tube should I apply for this.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Somedays back my hands become flaky and painful bumps with on chin , back and white tongue and also follicular tonsillitis Other than tonsils what's the diagnose

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Consult online with photographs for proper treatment ... Read More

I have a flaky scalp which looks like the worst condition of dandruff. My doctor suggested me to use ketoconazole & Salicylic Acid Shampoo. Can I do oiling of my scalp before using this prescribed shampoo ??

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Yes ... Read More

Can coconut oil help me get rid of extremely dry and flaky skin during winter? I want to get rid of dry skin on my legs especially.

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Yes ... Read More

Ointment or cream or medicine for treatment of irritating itchy white flaky skin around vaginal vulva

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Consult to the certified Dermatologist for proper diagnosis and treatment. ... Read More

Hello, I have been facing the issue of itchy flaky scalp(Dandruff) since 1 year. Some are saying it is Psoriasis on the scalp. Whenever I apply salicylic acid lotion recommended by the local doctor it stops and after a hair bath my scalp skin becomes dry and the problem arises again. Tired of the use of many home remedies but nothing helps in givin

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I did everything like scalp shampoo, ketakonazole shampoo , but the flaky dandruff in my scalp can't be cured. What to do next?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi, During the rainy and winter season my full body gets very dry and flaky. Especially the beard area and scalp. Doctor suggested applying moisturizer 3-4 times a day. Is there anything else which helps me? Please suggest.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Recently my husband had tonsure we noticed something on his crown some round flaky scalp. It doesn't go away. Daily it becomes flaky it appears on random areas only. Can u please suggest is it dry skin issue or dandruff?! I have attached pics too

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