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Severe Hair loss, patchy scaly scalp
My daughter is having a severe hair loss and her scalp is not healthy. It has patches and scales which come off. About two years ago as well, she's faced a situation where her scalp had patches and the dermatologist treated it with medicated shampoo and a lotion to be externally applied on the scalp.
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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. Treatment depends on the grade of hair loss. So, it's a must for diagnosing which grade, you are in for an effective treatment. Please send photos of your head, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment.
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May be seborrheic dermatitis/Scalp psoriasis.
Next Steps
AVOID PEELING OF SCALES.
SHAMPOO DAILY WITH A KETOCONAZOLE 1% BASED SHAMPOO WHICH IS MILD AND AVAILABLE EASILY, CAN BE PRESCRIBED AS PREVENTIVE MEASURE , TILL YOU CONSULT A DERMATOLOGIST ONLINE
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Don't self medicate.
It could be seborrheic dermatitis/psoriasis which needs expert opinion.
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Dr. Jitender Taneja
Dermatologist
10 yrs exp
Gurgaon
These symptoms are suggestive of seborrheic dermatitis or severe dandruff. Hair loss may also be because of this.
Next Steps
Please share photographs and consult me directly for detailed prescription and management.
Health Tips
Use an antidandruff shampoo and lotions. Thoroughly dry her hair after washing it. Reduce dandruff build up by combing her hair regularly. If you do not comb her hair, it tends to increase the deposit of dead skin causing dandruff. Combing hair also massages hair and improves blood circulation to the head. Do not oil (or grease) her scalp. Donât Scrub scalp with brushes, fingernails, or other abrasive devices. Donât Leave her hair wet. Donât scratch.
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