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Itchy scalp

2017-04-26 09:08:43
Certain patches on the scalp which itches and pains a lot. On itching, it gives off dry patchy flake-like things. sometimes, it even bleeds a bit. The situation is pertaining for many months.
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It could be Seborrheic Dermatitis. Try Danket shampoo 2 times/ week And Apply Candid- B lotion in dry hair 3-4 times in week.

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