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My sister who is 39 years old has been having severe scalp itching since 5 years and had used many shampoos and consulted doctors in Dubai, but nothing helped. Please need suggestions for it.
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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing itching.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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I would suggest you visit a dermatologist There can be multiple reasons for it Seborrhoeic dermatitis Scalp psoriasis Pediculosis capitis Pityriasis sicca And many more
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