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My scalp becomes very itchy and scales comes out when I scratch them. scale coming out looks like skin layer and comes out. I am confused if it is dandruff or some other psoriasis problem .

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Maybe seborrheic dermatitis...Several ingredients were found to be safe and effective for self-treatment of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis. Salicylic acid, selenium sulfide, zinc pyrithione and co ...  Read More

Thick itchy scales like dandruff all over the scalp, I have been using cipla 8x shampoo but it's not working

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

I've been facing scaling issue in scalp. Also some small acne in the scalp. Due to which feel iteching sensation. Already consult dermatologist and took medicine. It gets cured but happening again and again in a cycle of 2-3 week.

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This may be seen in seborrhoeic dermatitis. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I am suffering from seviare scaling of scalp from past 7 years and hairfall at these areas kindly help me what can I do to prevent this

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You are suffering from androgenic alopecia which is also called as pattern baldness. The hairs start reducing in density at the crown (top) and also the hairline starts refeeding from the front. This ...  Read More

Since 1 yr my scalp is iching a lot ignored it hoping it was dandruff but now along with severe iching, scalp scaling is also observed with loss of hair and patches formation . please help

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Hello.......Most common cause is dandruff otherwise it could be due to poor nutrition especially iron and protein deficiency, head lice, ringworm infection, psoriasis etc.. Doctor has to examine.. ...  Read More

I frequently get flaky white scales on my scalp. I wash my hair twice a week after applying oil. When change of seasons it's more especially in summer. Please help

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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, for accurate diagnosi ...  Read More

Scalp infection on oily scale. Using daily shampoo since past 2 years. But still there seems to be lots of infection plus dandruff with occasional itching. I am attaching images of my scalp without hairs for clear view of my current condition. Please suggest.

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

I am having severe scaling on tge scalp & few parts of skin across body.this disappears sometimes completly and then reocurs again. Pls suggest the permanent solution

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Hi Thanks for your query. The details are insufficient to suggest any diagnosis or remedy. Clinical photographs would have been helpful. Consult on practo consult direct for treatment recommendations. ...  Read More

Dandruff itchy scalp scales and flakes irritating and bleeding sometimes...plz help find the right treatment thank you

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Dandruff can be treated with lotions and shampoo (not commercial ones). Some people do have more oily scalp which cause visible flakes which we cause dandruff. There are some other conditions also whi ...  Read More

Last 3 years ,having scaling patches on the scalp,peeling off while scratching,rashes after peeling,dry skin on the scalp.

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Greetings,.Kindly share few clear pics of affected area and you may can consult me through online or via Clinic. Regards Dr Shuhaib MP(Pune) ...  Read More

My preterm baby 32 weeks is one month old ...he vomit orange colour with milk ...I have given him vitamin d3 a while ago...is something serious

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If orange vomiting persists or is accompanied by other symptoms like fever, dehydration, or lethargy, medical evaluation is necessary to rule out serious condition. Consult local pediatrician. ...  Read More

Is dental calculus removing painful? Can you tell me about scaling? Please I'm scared? Is there any gum paint or something which can be applied after tartar removing?

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Hello Scaling is not painful Gum paint can be applied post scaling ...  Read More

Is after scaling my gums during scaling reattach or recover? I'm worried about it. Can you please explain me

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Yes it will be normal but you need after treatment just book your online consultation we will guide you ...  Read More

Can i eat an orange in empty stomach and take iron tablet first thing in the morning During pregnancy

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You can take if you feel comfortable ...  Read More

Are kiwis and oranges hot in nature like papaya, Can eating these fruits daily on different time causes fissure or fistula Plz advice

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No these r rich source of vitamin c and fibre so u can consume 1 kiwi or orange on daily basis. ...  Read More

Hi, Is teeth scaling painful? Does it's cause sensitivity issue after scaling or loosed gum prblm? Scaling and dental cleaning is same or different?

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No, scaling is not painfull. Yes, scaling and dental cleaning is same. Still have queries then please consult with doctor online or offline for better guidance and treatment options. ...  Read More

Are oranges are good for Uniary Tract Infection. Somewhere I came to know it kills bacteria. What are the food which should be eat during UTI so that bacteria should flush out.

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Hello user Sure ,we will help you But before prescribing any thing we need some information like . Vitals . Purpose . Medical history . Family history . Occupation . Physical activity . Daily routine ...  Read More

I have scaly scalp which itches and scale comes out with blood.what medicine should I apply to get rid of it

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this itching sensation and scaling... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct on ...  Read More

Hello... Can we have Orange while having Cough. Is there any good Sugar free Syrup, which has no side effects like Nausea, Uneasiness.

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Asthakind dx 5m thrice a day Toff dx tds x 5dys ...  Read More

Photo that shown or attached is old one means before scaling.. After scaling done is clear now but doctor gave me one tablet, one eludrilpro mouth wash and one parodium gel. My question are 1. how to use Gel... 2. Can i chew food from right side where teeth had gums, before scaling... 3.I fill teeth sensitivity now how many days it require to be b

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It is happy that you did professional scaling as per advice. The gel is for sensitive gums, after brushing, leave 15 min then apply the gel over the gums and give massage with your fingers. Don't not ...  Read More

I have dry scalp and there is a lot of itching and scaling with flakes now it has started to cover the sides of the face as well even on sides of nose, above moustache and in the center of my chest

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

I am suffering from gingivatis and my doctor advice for deep scaling and I want to done deep scaling in guwahati What is the cost of deep scaling

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1000_1200 ...  Read More

Will scaling remove yellow stains from teeht and whiten them ?? What is cost of scaling and how much times does it take???

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Well there are types of stains. If the stains are intrinsic then scaling might not work. If you want teeth whitening then there's another procedure for that which is bleaching of teeth, And yet if the ...  Read More

Is ultrasonic scaling safe for this age because some says teeth get weak and feel pain , if it is totally safe then i would like to have an scaling ??

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Yes ultrasonic scaling is safe and necessary treatment for gum related issues. It's a myth that it causes teeth weakness, and pain... ...  Read More

How often should scaling be done and does it loosens teeth ?? And any ways to prevent bad breath ???

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Scaling doesn't loosen teeth. It can be done every few months depending upon the oral hygiene. Scaling helps to reduce bad breath to a large extent. Besides this cleaning of tongue and inner areas of ...  Read More

I have some skin infection and rash in my scalp. It is itchy having some scally formation like scales forms on any injury.

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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing infection and rash.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected ...  Read More

I suffering with scalp allergy,high etching & scaling, chipping. It is affected from last 1 month. No treatment taken till yet.

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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing itching scaling.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected are ...  Read More

In my husband teeth scaling..can we scale remove now.. Any side effects for teeth.. In clove dental center is provided policing and scale removing.. Plz suggests any problem in future

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No problem...get it done...always good to have teeth which are clean and healthy ...  Read More

Have dandruff, hairfall and thick dcalies on my hair scalp..Theres lot of hairfall as well due to it.

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Ok there can be multiple factors to it ranging from seborrhoeic dermatitis to scalp psoriasis to pityriasis sicca. You need to consult a dermatologist, you can consult at my clinic in kalyani nagar, p ...  Read More

Teeth scaling is over but teeth are yellow what the solution for that please give me solutions for that

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Looks like it's the natural color of your teeth. But still if you want them to get really white then you have to place laminates.... Or bleaching... ...  Read More

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