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Itchy scalp and burning sensation

2017-06-24 18:40:18
I have been having itchiness ..redness on my hair scalp ..lice is also there ..i am feeling constantly burning sensation and little blood is also coming out due to itchiness !
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Hi thanks for the query..are you sure you have lice in your scalp?if yes you can apply permethrin 1 % lotion on the scalp and massage gently and leave it on for 10mins and wash off.repeat same procedure after 7 days.any further queries you can contact me on Practo direct.thank you.

Answered2017-06-24 18:54:28

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