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Spot/scab on scalp

2018-01-12 21:48:30
Hi, I have a spot/ scab on my scalp for the past few months and it still hasn’t gone, worried as to what it could be
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Probably fungus..Need to see before starting treatment...Do direct online consultation by sending photos for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Answered2018-01-16 14:01:21

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