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I have itchy scalp small pimples on scalp and my neck and behind ear area also itchy from 3 days I am using candid powder still no 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

Feeling itching near ear, neck, cheeks,scalp.. seeing round patches like ringworm, feels like fungal infection... extremely itchy..dry skin is coming out from these areas... What should I take?

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This might be seborrheic dermatitis. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

Well I work in a factory where I have to wear ear plugs constantly. But, I bleached and dyed my hair a couple days ago and it's been nothing but a mess. My scalp is irritated and has scabs where I bleached and colored it at. I've been applying peppermint oil to it to ease the itch but I don't know what else to do to actually help it heal. Also my e

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Looks like you got allergy to the color. Also it may be a boil in your ear. You need prescription medication for it. Please see a dermatologist in person. Its not possible to prescribe with out seeing ... Read More

15 days before i shifted to bangalore and from then i got severe itching in hair scalp and on my neck. I took lcz for 5 days but i didnt get relief.plz suggest me a remedy its very irritating to me.but i doubt that this itching has started before i left for bangalore ie in delhi only but dnt remember exactly.

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Hi. Greetings. Sore and itchy scalp could be the result of Seborrhoea / folliculitis/ sebopsoriasis/ rosacea of scalp etc. One of the easiest way of dealing with these is use of an antifungal shampoo ... Read More

I have skin problem I have itching on scalp ,behind &on ear , both under arm,sometimes neck& below the neck &chest since 5months. I consult dermatologist they gave shampoo for head allergy tablet .i use these medicines 3months but it not cures.from 1month I have both under arms itching please give me suggestion sir/mam

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You migjt be suffering with either fungal infection or dandruff. The medication depends on the exact condition. It would be better if you share your treatment history and photos of the problematic are ... Read More

Hi, i have been having pain on the scalp (not able to touch hair), inside left ear, and left side jaw. i used to have neck pain on and off. i am suspecting this is related to my posture and neck problems. please advice.

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Yes you are right that can happen to anyone because of bad posture pillow and mattress. Take tablet new Bullet one tablet 2 times a day if this does not help then take tablet as a clofenac one tablet ... Read More

I am an Engineer and works for 10 hrs a day. I am suffering from neck, back of head, ear and scalp pain. Pain is not continuous. Pain comes for not more than 1 min and goes and returns back. I have kidney stone problem as well and sometimes i feel stressed. Please advice.

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Tab) Vatari guggulu 2 tab twice daily,Ksheerabala101caps twice daily,Maharasnadi kada 15ml twice daily after food for 15 days if required contact me personally. ... Read More

Having itchy scalp for couple of weeks now. Don't see any dandruff. No visible scaling. Noticed red patches around front and back of neck.

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Need a closer examination, please consult a dermatologist immediately. Definitely some kind of infection ... Read More

I am having an itchy scalp . Is halotop lotion good for it ? How to use halotop lotion for itchy scalp ? Can I leave it overnight ?

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Depends on the diagnosis... kindly consult online with relevant photographs for proper diagnosis and management ... Read More

M having terribly itchy scalp and bcz of dat my ears n nape area is also itchy. M using hair 4 u shampoo but nothing is working plus dis shampoo is totally making my hair dry and ruining them. Having acne on my face too. Please help.

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Hi  Seborrheic dermatitis, a condition in which an excessive amount of sebum is produced and builds up on the scalp (looking like an adult cradle cap) is also a symptom of hormonal imbalances, a ... Read More

I have been experiencing persistent scalp itching, which becomes worse after sweating and wet hair My scalp feels very dry, and recently my hair has become extremely rough, dry, and lifeless to touch. I am also noticing hair fall and thinning. I recently started using Sebamed shampoo, but the dryness and itching are still there. I don't have visibl

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ... Read More

I am pregnant 5 week via ivf, before pregnancy i had dry itchy scalp and dandruff sebhoric dermatitis ,practo doctor give topisal 5 i use and its amazing nothing come this problem, but now i am not use topisal 5 this situation happen ..what should I do now

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Take Gynaecologist doctor opinion ... Read More

"Hello Doctor, I have been facing severe hair issues for the past 1-2 years. My natural black hair has turned completely brown, dry, and lifeless. There is zero shine and absolutely no volume in my hair. ​Also, my scalp gets extremely itchy, especially when I sweat and even generally. ​My daily routine/mistakes: ​I wash my hair da

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Good lifestyle,biotin supplements,avoid application of oil In hair, ... Read More

I’ve been experiencing an itchy scalp that tends to worsen during the summer months. Recently, I went about a week without washing my hair, which seems to have aggravated the condition. The itchiness has caused some light bleeding from scratching. Along with this, I’ve noticed slight flakiness across my scalp and a significant increase

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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 2 weeks, the left side of my neck has been stiff. It feels fine in the morning, but stays stiff throughout the day. I also start feeling drowsy and sleepy whehn my neck starts feeling heavy. By evening, the left side of my neck and ear start hurting, like a migraine.

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ... Read More

Hi, I have been experiencing an itchy and oily scalp with sticky dandruff. I also notice mild redness (as mentioned by my hairstylist although its not visible to me), moderate hair fall, and thinning hair. My hair feels dry most of the time despite the oily scalp. Could you please suggest what this might be and the appropriate treatment or products

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You might be suffering from Seborrheic Dermatitis/Scalp Psoriasis ... Read More

I have palpitations like scalp jumping or just like we knock a door like feeling in my scalp behind ear and above ear since 9 months after my gall bladder laproscopic in left side since then I have neck pain and left ear pops sometimes I can't sleep on my left side due to palpitations

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Visit an ENT specialist to get examined physically ... Read More

I have Ear above scalp jumping since after my gall bladder operation which had in may 2025 in the same side I have neck pain also ,I can't sleep in left when I sleep in left the jumping start and continue upto 7,8 hours then stop again it comes after 5,6 days

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Unable to understand your issue. Kindly take video consultation for better understanding ... Read More

From last 2 days I have been experiencing itching on my scalp and today morning I noticed white scar(image attchd) on my scalp I had experienced the same pattern of scar and itching on external part of my genital few year back and now there is no itching but the scar is there only

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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

My husband is 55 years old and from the past 1 week he is suffering from left sided neck to head pain and around the ears even we went to doctor and they give some medication but it is of no use the pain is unbearable and he is unable to turn his head towards the left side can you please suggest a treatment thank you

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Madam you should be more specific about the symptoms as well as mention of drugs already taken so that a doctor can advise properly But probably he is having pain due to muscle spasm. ... Read More

Why am I having an itchy scalp and bumps after applying 5% topical minoxidil? Two years back when I started, i didn't face any such issues. After a long time, I started applying again and now i have this issue.

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Will improve with medication Consult online for further management ... Read More

Piercing pain going from right neck into scalp from last 07 years. The pain is all the while when head is bent for sometime.

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It can likely be due to a nerve root compression at the level of your neck. ... Read More

I am having a itchy patch on one of the side of my neck from last week or so and it is not going away. What could be the reason and treatment 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

Hi, i have been facing a lot of hair fall these days and my scalp feels itchy and irritated most of the time. Sometimes i have felt small bumps around my lower neck area at the root of the hair. I have faced severe dandruff issues in the past while I do not have any visible dandruff flakes currently, whenever i scratch my head, there is some greasy

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There could be multiple reasons for an itchy scalp. A detailed evaluation by a dermatologist would guide you in the right direction ... Read More

I have dandruff and scalp is itchy and due to itchiness blood also comes and white flakes redness, please help me to this issue it's pains a lot very irritating it's

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Seborrheic dermatitis. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ... 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

I have a very very itchy scalp & when I rub my hair a lot of flakes are falling & it's very very itchy when I Scratch it. Sometimes it's unbearable.

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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 experiencing a lot of scalp itching, and sometimes due to excessive scratching, a little blood comes out. I also have dandruff. Can you please suggest a suitable shampoo and hair oil for 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 doctore, I am having scalp acne with itchy bumps..once it started I feel some itchiness in shoulder, back and chest Previously when I come across this issue I used ketokenazole shampoo and deriva cms gel for acne ...it stopped but after couple of weeks it's coming back ...but once the scalp acne formed this acne issue happening in face and body

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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 used wishcare hair serum 3-4 times and after that i got an itchy scalp with small bumps. Now i have stopped using it 10 days back but itching is still there. What can i do about it?

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Kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment. Specific medication will improve condition. ... Read More

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