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Its been almost a year i am suffering from hair loss. my head is itchy and a lot of white flakes comes out .

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Hi! Dandruff is a common occurence. It has a tendency to recur. You have to take continuous efforts to keep it at bay. 1. Shampoo hair as frequently as required. Keep the hair clean. 2. Avoid hair st ...  Read More

I have recently been facing itchy scalp problem with hair loss and thinning of hair. I can see dandruff as a one of the major cause. I have been using shampoo to get rid of it but no use. Should I consult a dermatologist for the same??

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Hi. I would like to mention that hairloss and thinning of hair per se are not the result of an itchy scalp. Yes, a dermatologist has to gauge the problem by means of a detailed history. A medicated 2% ...  Read More

I am suffering from Dry itchy scalp from last two years. I am also taking treatment, I have used fungicide shampoo, Keraglo AD,folifast solution. But still no improvement, It caused to much hair fall and dryness and itchiness. currently I am using patanjali aloo vera shampoo and figaro oil but it start too much itching when i come to direct contact

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Thanks for the query. Severe dandruff could indicate dandruff itself which is significant or can indicate beginning of some other skin condition like Seborrheic dermatitis or Scalp psoriasis. Kindly c ...  Read More

Every time I wash my hair I get itchy scalp back of head.. N when I touch it feels lik nods of dandruff. Kindly guide with treatment

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this itchy scalp... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation ...  Read More

Hi , i have itchy and scaly scalp with white patches and its very itchy . it has causing rashes in scalp and the same is very painfull as well .

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Itching and scaling on the scalp can be because of conditions ranging from dandruff to psoriasis. If there are painful swellings, it could be folliculitis. Please visit me at my clinic or send photos ...  Read More

I am having an itchy scalp . Is halotop lotion good for it ? How to use halotop lotion for itchy scalp ? Can I leave it overnight ?

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Depends on the diagnosis... kindly consult online with relevant photographs for proper diagnosis and management ...  Read More

I have itchy scalp and hair loss and pimples in head.what should i do? what should i eat? what makes scalp itchy?

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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing itchy scalp and hair loss.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the af ...  Read More

I have severe itchy scalp and heavy loss of hair. Would like to confirm the root cause by scrapping scalp or hair samples and testing it in a laboratory. The aim is to find out what exactly is causing the issue and start treatment accordingly. Pls suggest the name and place where this test cam be done in Chennai. Thanks

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Hair samples are not required. Most common cause of hairloss in men is male pattern baldness and can be diagnosed just by seeing the scalp. You may be suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also ...  Read More

I have a flaky and itchy scalp from long... do I need to get my hair cut to very small before starting for the treatment?

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Use Kz lotion twice weekly, along with the following medicine.... Please send photos of the affected part for accurate diagnosis and treatment.. Consult on private chat or meet me in my clinic for d ...  Read More

I had painted my house a few days back and after that time suddenly my head is itchy with some flakes falling off when dusted. Is it anything of paint caused me this issue or I had used few unknown people towels is that making me this itchy scalp with pimple type things . What should be done and what can it be.

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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 ...  Read More

I have been experiencing persistent scalp itching, which becomes worse after sweating and wet hair My scalp feels very dry, and recently my hair has become extremely rough, dry, and lifeless to touch. I am also noticing hair fall and thinning. I recently started using Sebamed shampoo, but the dryness and itching are still there. I don't have visibl

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

I am pregnant 5 week via ivf, before pregnancy i had dry itchy scalp and dandruff sebhoric dermatitis ,practo doctor give topisal 5 i use and its amazing nothing come this problem, but now i am not use topisal 5 this situation happen ..what should I do now

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Take Gynaecologist doctor opinion ...  Read More

"Hello Doctor, I have been facing severe hair issues for the past 1-2 years. My natural black hair has turned completely brown, dry, and lifeless. There is zero shine and absolutely no volume in my hair. ​Also, my scalp gets extremely itchy, especially when I sweat and even generally. ​My daily routine/mistakes: ​I wash my hair da

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Good lifestyle,biotin supplements,avoid application of oil In hair, ...  Read More

I’ve been experiencing an itchy scalp that tends to worsen during the summer months. Recently, I went about a week without washing my hair, which seems to have aggravated the condition. The itchiness has caused some light bleeding from scratching. Along with this, I’ve noticed slight flakiness across my scalp and a significant increase

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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 ...  Read More

Hi, I have been experiencing an itchy and oily scalp with sticky dandruff. I also notice mild redness (as mentioned by my hairstylist although its not visible to me), moderate hair fall, and thinning hair. My hair feels dry most of the time despite the oily scalp. Could you please suggest what this might be and the appropriate treatment or products

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You might be suffering from Seborrheic Dermatitis/Scalp Psoriasis ...  Read More

From last 2 days I have been experiencing itching on my scalp and today morning I noticed white scar(image attchd) on my scalp I had experienced the same pattern of scar and itching on external part of my genital few year back and now there is no itching but the scar is there only

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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 ...  Read More

Why am I having an itchy scalp and bumps after applying 5% topical minoxidil? Two years back when I started, i didn't face any such issues. After a long time, I started applying again and now i have this issue.

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Will improve with medication Consult online for further management ...  Read More

I’m dealing with a very oily and itchy scalp that gets greasy again in 1–2 days after shampooing . I also get a lot of dandruff and sometimes tiny pimples on my scalp.. Please suggest what treatment or products could help... specially shampoo and oil / serum...

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Ketoconazole shampoo two times a week. Montek lc one at night for five days.. ...  Read More

Hi, i have been facing a lot of hair fall these days and my scalp feels itchy and irritated most of the time. Sometimes i have felt small bumps around my lower neck area at the root of the hair. I have faced severe dandruff issues in the past while I do not have any visible dandruff flakes currently, whenever i scratch my head, there is some greasy

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There could be multiple reasons for an itchy scalp. A detailed evaluation by a dermatologist would guide you in the right direction ...  Read More

I have dandruff and scalp is itchy and due to itchiness blood also comes and white flakes redness, please help me to this issue it's pains a lot very irritating it's

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Seborrheic dermatitis. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ...  Read More

My scalp is itching a lot and when I am itching my scalp with fingers then dry dandruff is visible but not flaky. Please help.

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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 ...  Read More

I have a very very itchy scalp & when I rub my hair a lot of flakes are falling & it's very very itchy when I Scratch it. Sometimes it's unbearable.

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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 ...  Read More

I have been experiencing a lot of scalp itching, and sometimes due to excessive scratching, a little blood comes out. I also have dandruff. Can you please suggest a suitable shampoo and hair oil for this condition?

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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 ...  Read More

Hi doctore, I am having scalp acne with itchy bumps..once it started I feel some itchiness in shoulder, back and chest Previously when I come across this issue I used ketokenazole shampoo and deriva cms gel for acne ...it stopped but after couple of weeks it's coming back ...but once the scalp acne formed this acne issue happening in face and body

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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 ...  Read More

I used wishcare hair serum 3-4 times and after that i got an itchy scalp with small bumps. Now i have stopped using it 10 days back but itching is still there. What can i do about it?

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Kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment. Specific medication will improve condition. ...  Read More

I have Itchy scalp, Oily hair even after wash. Please suggest some good oil and shampoo or should I apply any home made oil for better results.

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Coconut oil best. But keep only for 1hour ...  Read More

I have lots of hair fall and less hair growth my scalp also itchy my skin is becoming dark. One of the ayurvedic doctor suggested me to dashamoolarista for some post nantal disorder which they are diagnosed but it doesn't work for me. Kindly suggest me any other medicine from ayurveda.

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First of all consider your digestive health, For improving the digestive power and nutrient absorption take ashtachuranam, Then use medicines like varachurnam with ghrutam and annabhedi sindooram, in ...  Read More

My son has hard dandruff in his scalp not everywhere but somewhere somewhere.. sometimes it goes naturally and after sometime come again. It causes hairfall from that dandruff area.. please suggest any medication

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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 ...  Read More

Facing issues of hair fall , dandruff and itchy scalp. Non smoker, non drinker and vegetarian. Low on junk food. How to get it sorted?

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Specific treatment available for complete cure ...  Read More

Having dandruff itchy scalp from so long using Ketoconazole 2% from so long but does not effect anything hair thining or baldness is also happeping rbc count is also decrease in recent test please suggest me something for better hair care

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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 ...  Read More

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