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I Have Dry Scaley Skin Behind The Head In The

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Posted on Wed, 5 Dec 2018
Question: I have dry scaley skin behind the head in the grove that developes cuts that seem to heal overnight and comes back and seem to spread
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Answered by Dr. Shinas Hussain (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
It could be eczema or seborrhoea.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for the query,
It could be minor skin conditions like eczema or seborrhoeic dermatitis.
As a first line management, you can apply for an antifungal-steroid combination like clotrimazole-betamethasone for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated.
Wishing all the best.
Thanks
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I Have Dry Scaley Skin Behind The Head In The

Brief Answer: It could be eczema or seborrhoea. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thanks for the query, It could be minor skin conditions like eczema or seborrhoeic dermatitis. As a first line management, you can apply for an antifungal-steroid combination like clotrimazole-betamethasone for symptomatic relief. If symptoms persist better to consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Wishing all the best. Thanks