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What is causing my scalp flakes?

2017-05-10 17:30:10
I have small white flakes in my hair, but also these big greasy kind of translucent ones. The bigger flakes seem to peel directly off my scalp. I don't know what the cause is- is it just dandruff, dermatitis, or could it be from minoxidil foam? Are there different treatments for each one or is just a good shampoo sufficient?
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Answered2017-05-11 04:18:54

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