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What Causes White Crusty Scabs On The Scalp Of A Child?
My three year old son has white crusty scabs on his scalp. I have noticed the dry patches before, but they were usually not attached. I have now found quite a few patches that are attached. They feel like lumps on his head but peel off. Can you tell me what they are?
Mon, 17 Aug 2015
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Ur child has crusty scab no the scalp
Which was attche with scalp
It's mostly seborrhetic dermatitis
For this u have to use antifungal sampoo twice weekly
To soften thick patch first , rub mineral oil onto the area and brush gently to help peel scales off .
Use warm water and massage the affected area
Avoid scratching of head .
If not improve then show ur paediatrician or skin specialist
Ur child has crusty scab no the scalp
Which was attche with scalp
It's mostly seborrhetic dermatitis
For this u have to use antifungal sampoo twice weekly
To soften thick patch first , rub mineral oil onto the area and brush gently to help peel scales off .
Use warm water and massage the affected area
Avoid scratching of head .
If not improve then show ur paediatrician or skin specialist
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