Irritation on back head

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My baby is 7 months old ...since few days we are noticing white dead skin on his scalp and he keeps on itching on his head and back neck ...we also see some red patches on his back neckwhat could be the problem

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Dr. Surabhi Sangwai Goverdhan

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This is a skin condition called dermatitis. Need to check few more details to prescribe medicine.

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Dr. Saman Fatima Pediatrician 10 yrs exp Noida Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Saman Fatima

Pediatrician 10 yrs exp Noida

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This is a condition known as seborrhoeic dermatitis.