Severe hair itching

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Severe hair itching

Asked for Female, 51 Years

I have been having severe itching in the scalp since a few days. I don't think it is lice though I used lice removal shampoo once. Will appreciate any help and guidance. Thank you.

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Dr. Shaurya Rohatgi

Dermatologist 16 yrs exp Mumbai

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Lice is easily treatable, but cannot prescribe medicine here. Need to see and confirm the diagnosis also. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu

Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this itching sensation... 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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Dr. Anusha Katare

Dermatologist 3 yrs exp Kolkata

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Hi Detail history and photographs are required to identify the condition and accordingly treatment can be advised.

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consult a dermatologist with photographs for treatment.

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