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I have been experiencing itching on my scalp along with dandruff. I wash my hair every alternate day and apply hair oil daily. Could you please advise what I should do to control the itching and dandruff?
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What you are describing sounds like seborrhoeic dermatitis, which is the commonest cause of an itchy, flaky scalp. The daily hair oil is very likely making it worse, because oil feeds the malassezia yeast that drives the dandruff, so please stop the oil for now. Use a medicated anti dandruff shampoo containing ketoconazole 2% or ziconazole plus zinc pyrithione, three times a week. The key is to apply it on the scalp, massage gently and leave it for 5 minutes before rinsing, otherwise it does not work. On other days you can use a mild shampoo. Avoid scratching and hot water, keep the scalp dry, and manage stress and sleep since flares often follow stressful periods. Most people see clear improvement in 3 to 4 weeks and then continue the shampoo once a week to keep it away. If the itching is severe, there are hair patches, pus points or thick scaly plaques spreading to the face and chest, it needs examination, as psoriasis or a fungal infection can look similar and needs different treatment. You are welcome to consult me on Practo or at Synergy Multispeciality Hospital, Miraj.
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Ketoconazole shampoo two times in a week.
Montek lc one at night .
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If it's Dandruff + itching Problem then have to consult.
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Avoid Oiling Hair Daily and Also Check for Scalp Fungal Infection
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Apply prescribed shampoo.
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please book a consultation for appropriate treatment.
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Use Kenazole shampoo twice a week for 1 month.avoid oil on scalp
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
Walk
Do connect and consult
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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