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Hair growth and good hairs
Does shaving your head improve hair growth? Will hair might be more noticeable and perhaps appear darker or thicker? Or it is myth? Can i shave my head hair due to dryness and dandruff?
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No..Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff and hair fall.. 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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No,it's a myth.
Kindly consult online for specific treatment and guidance.
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it is a myth.
if you want to shave you can but if you want to get dandruff treated, treatment is available
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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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Shaving head improves hair growth is a myth
No need to shave the head for treating dandruff.
Connect through tele consultation
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
For dandruff yes, for better application of medicine
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
38 yrs exp
Mumbai
Shaving your head wont make a difference for dandruff you will have to treat that, treatments are available kindly consult us online so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you accordingly
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Khanna
1. No
2. No
3. Your choice, shaving does not have any effect
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