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Scalp Itching

2020-05-12 02:57:35
*Photo attached Dear doctor i am having red itchy spots on my scalp. Due to this i have gone bald and found these itchy red spots all over my scalp.I tried lemon juice on my head for better result but no good sign is there.Please help me. What to do?? Moreover sometimes it release oil and a white particle which look like same as dandruff.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this Itching.. Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription

Answered2020-05-12 11:10:37

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Looks like infected dandruff, you should keep your scalp hair short, it'll be easy to treat this, with medicated shampoo, local applications and oral tablets for which you must contact me on practo pro , thanks, regards, ................. Dr Avinash
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Please keep your hair short, Do not apply or ingest over the counter medicine, do not apply any steroids, take prescription drugs regularly since hair treatment will take a long time
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Do not apply hair dye on scalp hair

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Hello This condition is known as seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp aka dandruff. It’s difficult to treat but can be controlled with medicated shampoos. Use sebowash shampoo 3 times per week over entire scalp. Also regularly wash your head and keep it sweat-free.
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Avoid over night oil application.

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