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Oily and smelly scalp

2016-08-16 12:49:07
My brother has a oily scalp and almost balding. The problem is that even if he shampoo everyday, the scalp remains greasy and smelly. Pls suggest something.
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Thanks for posting your concerns. Ask him to try protar k shampoo every day. He may see some improvement. You visit my clinic for further information. We have all specialist at our centre. Dr kasipathy cosmetologist from Sai Shree advanced Dental Clinic n Facial Cosmetic Laser Centre Hebbal Bangalore.

Answered2016-08-17 02:30:44

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Hi! seems your brother has a kind of dermatitis.he should see a dermatologist for right medication.

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