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What Causes Itching Sensation On Scalp?
Question: My skulp is alway iching Doctor gave me cortizon but it makes me dizzy and doesnt seem like qorking
Brief Answer:
Scalp itching not improving with cortizon, possibilities.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic,
Scalp itching could be due to a lot of conditions. It could be due to dandruff/seborrhoeic dermatitis, head lice, scalp psoriasis etc. Diagnosing the condition and treating it is very important.
So I advise you to consult a dermatologist for a close physical examination for accurate diagnosis.
Long acting anti-histamine like cetrizine 10 mg or Loratadine 10 mg at night will give relief from itching. If you have dandruff a shampoo containing Ketoconazole thrice a week during bath will help. These are over the counter medications.
Hope this helped,
Take care.
Scalp itching not improving with cortizon, possibilities.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to healthcare magic,
Scalp itching could be due to a lot of conditions. It could be due to dandruff/seborrhoeic dermatitis, head lice, scalp psoriasis etc. Diagnosing the condition and treating it is very important.
So I advise you to consult a dermatologist for a close physical examination for accurate diagnosis.
Long acting anti-histamine like cetrizine 10 mg or Loratadine 10 mg at night will give relief from itching. If you have dandruff a shampoo containing Ketoconazole thrice a week during bath will help. These are over the counter medications.
Hope this helped,
Take care.
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Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju
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