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Something white substance is coming out from my scalp it spread to my ears and face some times feel itchy after taking bath and applying shampoo to hair the white substance goes away
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You are having Seborrhoeic dermatitis. It can be treated. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice.
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