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Suffering From Dandruff, Oily, Lumps On Scalp, Getting Pimples On Forehead And Checks. Is It Due To Dandruff?
hi, i am suffering from dandruff past 4 to 5 years. Doctor suggested me to use 8X shampoo. My dandruff used to be oily and i used to have lumps on my scalp . but now after using 8x shampoo for 45 days (thrice a week) lumps are gone and dandruff is a bit dry now. I am getting pimples on my forehead and checks. Is it due to dandruff ? Please advice me some medication for my dandruff and pimples.
Mon, 27 May 2013
Hello
Welcome to healthcare magic forum.
Thank you for your query.
I am Dr Gaurav Patel,dermatologist.
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem.
Pimple may be due to dandruff.
Exact relation with pimple and it does not researched.
You need to apply clindamycin and benzyl peroxide cream.
Apply face wash with salicylic 2-3 times a day.
Do not scratch or popped the lesion.
Better to consult dermatologist if not get better.
I hope I answered your question.
Wish you speedy recovery.
Regards,
Welcome to healthcare magic forum.
Thank you for your query.
I am Dr Gaurav Patel,dermatologist.
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem.
Pimple may be due to dandruff.
Exact relation with pimple and it does not researched.
You need to apply clindamycin and benzyl peroxide cream.
Apply face wash with salicylic 2-3 times a day.
Do not scratch or popped the lesion.
Better to consult dermatologist if not get better.
I hope I answered your question.
Wish you speedy recovery.
Regards,
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