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Itching in head and hair fall
Hi im feeling a itching in my head on regular basis. I feel comfortable only if i take head bath daily or i can feel oily hairs and itching if i miss the head bath. Is it a symptoms of an fungal infection.
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Babu
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this itching and hair fall.. 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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It might not be fungal
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Dr. Mithra Rangapriya D
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Is it only itching or do you have any scaling or rash on the scalp ? Condition requires evaluation
Next Steps
wash hair on alternate days
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avoid scratching or rubbing
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