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My scalp is too rough and itchy. It even itches after a shower. I have dense hairs but no lice in it. Please suggest me any home remedy for or shampoo to get red of this itchy scalp.

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Itching of scalp can be due to various reasons. Don’t panic . ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I have itchy scalp and have lost lots of hair in past few year, please suggest remedy for itchy scalp, my lower legs are also dry and need frequent moisturiser.

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Hello dear. Itchy scalp with hairfall could be due to seborrheic dermatitis. You will need some prescription medications for this. Kindly consult online for the same ...  Read More

Itchy scalp and pain in scalp I have a issue on my scalp which is itchy and painfull all the time...even if I use oils and home remedies, it's still the same how can I solve it??

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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'm suffering from itchy and greasy scalp from 3 years, And my hair is shredding slowly. I would like to know if there's any remedy? some say it is seborrheic dermatitis, if so hair loss due to this is temporary or permanent.??

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Hair fall can be because of alopecia Areata , Androgenetic Alopecia , seborrhoeic dermatitis , Telogen effluvium etc... It is difficult to comment on why you are losing hair. Usually seborrhoeic derma ...  Read More

I'm facing itchy scalp and dandruff problem.what should i do?? Tried washing my hair twice a week.Still no difference.Suggest some remedy...!!

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Hello dear. No home remedies will work. You can contact me directly via online consultation for accurate treatment ...  Read More

Itchiness on scalp and groin areas. On scalp when scratch it produces powdery dandruff sometimes oily too. And patches of itchiness in groin area. Should I visit a dermatologist or any home remedies could't be tried before zeroing in on a doctor's appointment?

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It could be fungal infection , need to visit dermatologist for proper treatment ...  Read More

I have itchy scalp and may be because of that hair fall problem. I have tried different shampoos and home remedy

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You are suffering from hormonal changes causing Androgenetic alopecia causing hair fall. It's completely stoppable even regrowth of hair is possible with certain medications without any side effects. ...  Read More

I am having Dry itchy and flaky scalp and hair fall what to do and suggest me some home remedies like oils and hair mask

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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 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 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

Scalp problem, itchy scalp , continuous itching. When consulted a local clinic found that the scalp is filled with thick layer white flakes.kindly recommend me good 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

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 am having dandruff on scalp from a very long time and its very itchy and because of it i am loosing my hair pls suggest me what should i do

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Take consultation and discuss in detail ...  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

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

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