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Getting rough spot on scalp
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There is rough black spot on scalp. I don't know what is this. Pls let me know what is this and what is the treatment
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing scalp spot... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Dr. Niketa Sonavane
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello! I understand how concerning it can be to find a rough, black spot on your scalp. There are a few different possibilities for what this could be. It could be something as simple as a harmless mole or a bit of pigmentation. Sometimes, even sun exposure can cause spots to develop on the scalp, especially if you have thin hair or a bald spot. However, a rough texture might mean there is more going on.
In some cases, these spots can be seborrheic keratosis, which is a common type of non-cancerous growth. They appear rough and dark and often get mistaken for warts. Another possibility is a condition called actinic keratosis, which happens due to sun damage and can sometimes develop into skin cancer over time if left untreated. This is why it is important to get any new or unusual spot on your scalp checked out.
The good news is that treatment options are available. If it is a harmless growth or pigmentation, we can sometimes treat it with a simple laser or cryotherapy (which is freezing the spot). But if there is any chance it could be actinic keratosis, we might need to do a biopsy to check for any changes in the cells. Based on the results, I can suggest the best treatment for you.
I would recommend scheduling a visit with a dermatologist to evaluate it closely. It is always better to be safe and catch any potential issue early. And do not worryâmost scalp spots are harmless and easy to treat once we know what we are dealing with!
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Dr. Amandeep
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6 yrs exp
Khanna
Need to share photos for better assessment
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Share pics for better evaluation
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed prescription
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Better to book a consultation
Without proper history and examination no one can tell what it is
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
39 yrs exp
Mumbai
Seborrheic dermatitis its is , kindly consult us online by sending photos so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you accordingly
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
Kindly consult online with pictures for proper assessment and treatment plan.
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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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