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What Causes Recurring Scab On Scalp?

I have a scab on my scalp and I use Motorola treatment, it remains after six month's. Now there's a new one on my head. It cracks ,like a line thru the scab , when I pull it off it has like spikes on the scab. I've tried fungal, anti biotic, steroid, tea tree ointments. None of them work.
posted on Mon, 14 Dec 2015
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain a scab on scalp that is persisting since 6 months and also there is formation of new scabs can be due to a number of causes like Contact Dermatitis, Seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, eczema,ringworm of scalp etc..

I would suggest you to consult a Trichologist and get evaluated and he can advise you antifungal shampoo, Steroid lotions, antibiotics Oral as well as topical depending upon the cause..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..
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What Causes Recurring Scab On Scalp?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain a scab on scalp that is persisting since 6 months and also there is formation of new scabs can be due to a number of causes like Contact Dermatitis, Seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, eczema,ringworm of scalp etc.. I would suggest you to consult a Trichologist and get evaluated and he can advise you antifungal shampoo, Steroid lotions, antibiotics Oral as well as topical depending upon the cause.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora..