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Struggling With Dandruff Problem. Suggest Cure?

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Posted on Sat, 7 Sep 2013
Question: can you please suggest a cure for dandruff
.... ive been struggling with the same for many weeks now
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Answered by Dr. Raju A.T (6 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Ketoconazole shampoo

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

I am medical doctor, an associate in Department of Dermatology, working with an experienced Dermatologist. I answer on his behalf.

If you have dandruff associated with scalp itching then the cause for the same could be a fungal infection which is a common condition.
I suggest you to apply Ketoconazole (Keto) shampoo twice weekly. This would surely put an end to the dandruff. Stop the medication two weeks after the dandruff is gone.

Hope, I answered your query.

regards,
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Struggling With Dandruff Problem. Suggest Cure?

Brief Answer:
Ketoconazole shampoo

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

I am medical doctor, an associate in Department of Dermatology, working with an experienced Dermatologist. I answer on his behalf.

If you have dandruff associated with scalp itching then the cause for the same could be a fungal infection which is a common condition.
I suggest you to apply Ketoconazole (Keto) shampoo twice weekly. This would surely put an end to the dandruff. Stop the medication two weeks after the dandruff is gone.

Hope, I answered your query.

regards,