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Dandruff and small white patch on face
Respected Sir/Mam,
I have been suffering from dandruff from than a year. I went to dermatologist nearby me , he suggested to use candidox shampoo for 3 months.. no medicine given... Currently dandruff on my head is okay but now i am getting small white patches (photo attached) on face ( i see this when i shaved my beared)
Currently only 1.5 months passed, doctor told me to come back after 3 months of problem exists.. what should I do now i am getting small white patches on skin.. what's the reason for this .. please help
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff and white patches on face... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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Dandruff can be due to many reasons. Examination of scalp is necessary for any further opinion. Kindly consult with appointment.
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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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Dr. Murali Reddy
Dermatologist
7 yrs exp
Nizamabad
It's seborrheic Dermatitis...one type of fungal infection
Spreaded from scalp
Increase especially in winters
Need complete evaluation and history for diagnosis
Use Trifas cream twice daily for now
Kindly consult on-line for further evaluation and prescription
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Dr. Rajesh L Pathi
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Take consultantion and discuss in detail
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