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Seborrheic Dermatitis for 6 years
I have consulted more than 10 doctors it's temporary cure. Does isotretinoin therapy helps in Cure for Seborrheic.
Please help me...I don't need Consultation from you for temporary.
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Seborrhoeic dermatitis tends to relapse, many treatment options are available to control it. Better take proper consultation especially when you are considering retinoids like isotretinoin
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Yes isotretinoin can help in many cases of seborrheic dermatitis in long term control
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Dr. Manas Chopra
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello dear. Yes, your seborrheic dermatitis can be managed. Acne and dandruff are part of the same spectrum. Kindly consult online for proper evaluation and precise treatment
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Dr. Asad Ansari
Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Kolkata
Hello.
Isotretinoin does help in resistant cases of seborrhoeic dermatitis. However, certain blood parameters need to be monitored regularly while you're taking it.
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Consult a dermatologist
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Avoid application of oil over your scalp.
Use a good anti-dandruff shampoo regularly.
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Dr. Pooja Mandalia
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Rajkot
Hello. Isotretinoin is usually not given for Seborrheic dermatitis. It is various causative factors from fungal to hormonal, it can be treated and then you need to maintain the results with use of antifungal tablets (prophylactic) and shampoos else it will come back.
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