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Scalp extreme dryness and builtup
From almost a year now, I have extremely flakey and itchy scalp. It reduces and increases again. With sweat it aggravates a lot. This has lead to flakes behind my ear too. What is the solution for this? Any medication is required or will it go away with time? I have tried a medicated shampoo for a while called keraglo AD, but my hair starts falling after usage hence stopped.
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing scalp dryness and scaling.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.
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Itchy flaky scalp might be due to a couple of reasons like Seborrheic dermatitis or even psoriasis which needs to evaluated further by a dermatologist. Medication would definitely be required if there is active or acute episode of itching redness over scalp or near eyebrows nose or behind ears. Antifungal shampoo like keraglo ad works for maintenance if associated with seborrhoea ie. fungal component, however in other cases it might not work.
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Visit nearby dermatologist to get the condition analysed in detail
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
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9 yrs exp
Surat
Share pics for better evaluation specific treatment available for good control
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Arpita
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14 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
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 & guidance.
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Dr. Neethu Abraham
Dermatologist
2 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
It can be the usual dandruff or scalp psoriasis. Kindly consult online for exact diagnosis and management.Hairfall may or may not be due to the scales.There are multiple other causes as well,for hair fall.You can consult online
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