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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Red Scalp

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Posted on Mon, 19 Oct 2015
Question: I have been having issues with my scalp and i would really appreciate any help or useful information. It also affects my facial hair area (beards). I hv pics
It also leaks out fluid when i itch it
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rovena (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello.

Welcome to Healthcare Magic.

I read carefully your query.

A itchy,red,crusty scalp indicates a chronic skin conditions.It can be eczema, seborrheic dermatitis or scalp prosiasis.
There are many treatment options available to treat such condition.Shampooing with a formulation that contains pyrithone zinc or selenium sulfide is effective in seborrheic dermatitis.Shampoos containing tea tree oil can be effective.
Another approach is using a shampoo containing an anti-fungal medication (Ketoconazole) and topical corticosteroids.

You need to consult a dermatologist for proper evaluation.The treatment will depend upon the diagnosis.

Hope it helps.
Please feel free to ask if you have any question.

Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati
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Suggest Treatment For Itchy Red Scalp

Brief Answer: detailed below, Detailed Answer: Hello. Welcome to Healthcare Magic. I read carefully your query. A itchy,red,crusty scalp indicates a chronic skin conditions.It can be eczema, seborrheic dermatitis or scalp prosiasis. There are many treatment options available to treat such condition.Shampooing with a formulation that contains pyrithone zinc or selenium sulfide is effective in seborrheic dermatitis.Shampoos containing tea tree oil can be effective. Another approach is using a shampoo containing an anti-fungal medication (Ketoconazole) and topical corticosteroids. You need to consult a dermatologist for proper evaluation.The treatment will depend upon the diagnosis. Hope it helps. Please feel free to ask if you have any question. Kind regards, Dr.Rovena Murati