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Scalp Tenderness

2020-12-08 12:40:50
Is there any medication for scalp tenderness. The cause of mine is unknown, but the previous doctor diagnosed it as occipital neuralgia and I'm taking painkiller for that, but that tenderness is not going away, like a tingling feeling.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing tenderness... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photo

Answered2020-12-08 13:42:47

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If you have been diagnosed with occipital nueralgia you need to consult with a nuerologist for second opinion.

Answered2020-12-08 12:51:51

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