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White spots on scalp.

2020-05-01 02:05:50
I shaved my head today and found these white patches on my scalp. The skin looks normal without any kind of crusting. No itching or pain. The skin is just depigmented in these spots. No loss of hair or discoloration of hair. Please help. Is it vitiligo?
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff... Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription .

Answered2020-05-01 10:10:19

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Dandruff can Also cause this apart from vitiligo
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