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What Causes Flaky Skin Along With Brittle Hair And Itchy Scalp?

i have some sort of skin allergy for 3 months my skin has peeld off most of my boby including my feetand the ends of my hair have become brittle i and my scalp is itchy i hve been to a skin specialist he gave me a biopsy which did not show up anything can you help? thank you
Wed, 26 Apr 2023
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Hi,

It is possible that you may have a skin condition such as eczema, psoriasis, or seborrheic dermatitis, which can cause flaky skin, brittle hair, and an itchy scalp. Other possible causes include an allergic reaction to certain products, such as shampoos, conditioners, or hair dyes, or a fungal infection of the scalp. Follow up with your skin specialist and discuss your treatment. In the meantime, you can try using gentle, fragrance-free skincare products, and avoiding any known triggers that may be aggravating your symptoms.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Flaky Skin Along With Brittle Hair And Itchy Scalp?

Hi, It is possible that you may have a skin condition such as eczema, psoriasis, or seborrheic dermatitis, which can cause flaky skin, brittle hair, and an itchy scalp. Other possible causes include an allergic reaction to certain products, such as shampoos, conditioners, or hair dyes, or a fungal infection of the scalp. Follow up with your skin specialist and discuss your treatment. In the meantime, you can try using gentle, fragrance-free skincare products, and avoiding any known triggers that may be aggravating your symptoms. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician