Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Patch on head
For a month, my son has been having 2 patches.. If i scratch it white flax is coming..there is no hair loss or irritation on it...what should I do
Answers (6)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat.
Contact number: 97012307 two nine
Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced orthopedist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+152
This looks more of seborrheic dermatitis. Do not scratch the white flakes when dry. Apply coconut oil before shampoo and gently brush the scalp with soft bristles or immediately after hair wash.shampoo thrice a weekly and donor leave oil on scalp for longer time.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Apply coconut oil
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Prathibha Reddy
Pediatrician
12 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It’s a sebborheic Dermatitis .
Apply spoo shampoo wkly twice.
Mild oily application is advisable .
Next Steps
Don’t scratch white flakes .
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Gently apply hair moisturizer
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Shebin C E
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Kanyakumari
Greetings
The white patches and flaking on your son's scalp are commonly caused by seborrheic dermatitis, dandruff, or a localized fungal condition.
The absence of hair loss and irritation is a reassuring sign, indicating that the underlying skin is currently not deeply inflamed.
Please avoid scratching or picking at the dry scales, as breaking the protective skin barrier can introduce a secondary bacterial infection.
To manage the flakes safely, you can apply a gentle emollient like mineral oil to soften the patches before washing his hair.
Gently cleanse the area with a mild baby shampoo like Cetaphil baby shampoo or spoo baby shampoo
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.