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Since past 2 years,I've been having pustules on my scalp,they're yellow pus,they're painful itchy, visited several dermatologists, been on several medications, it goes away when I'm on medication but soon comes back when medication is stopped ,I'm honestly tired of it,does any possible treatment exist or not,is there any other option like operation or something else ,pls help me.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing scalp pustules... Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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