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Irritation on back head

2021-05-03 13:12:53
My baby is 7 months old ...since few days we are noticing white dead skin on his scalp and he keeps on itching on his head and back neck ...we also see some red patches on his back neckwhat could be the problem
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This is a condition known as seborrhoeic dermatitis.
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stop using any oil on scalp. consult.

Answered2021-05-03 13:24:54

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This is a skin condition called dermatitis. Need to check few more details to prescribe medicine.
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kindly Consult online.

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