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How Can Skin Infection On The Face And Scalp Be Treated?

I have been recovering a total knee replacement since Jan. 3 of this year. I have so many drugs pumped into my body and it has taken a to. I have been fighting and been treated for horrible yeast infections. My latest concern is for this stuff on my face and scalp. I can literally scrape off of my face but the worst is my scalp. It itches like crazy and I am constantlyscratching. Please help. Brenda
Mon, 2 Jul 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

-use topical ointments for local relief
-use anti fungal shampoos like Nizoral
-change your diet,avoid sugar,Sugar,alcohol,starchy vegetables,processed foods
-include a vitamin C supplement in your daily diet.

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How Can Skin Infection On The Face And Scalp Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. -use topical ointments for local relief -use anti fungal shampoos like Nizoral -change your diet,avoid sugar,Sugar,alcohol,starchy vegetables,processed foods -include a vitamin C supplement in your daily diet. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.