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What Causes Pimples And Red Patches On Scalp?
Question: I m getting many big pimples and red patch in scalp from 4 -5 months.
Brief Answer:
I suggest possibilities of seb. dermatitis Or psoriasis with folliculitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you writing to us at healthcaremagic
I will keep a possibility of either seborrheic dermatitis Or scalp psoriasis with folliculitis.
I would like to request you to upload a few representative photographs of the affected area/patch so that I am able to guide you better.
Also let me know more regarding your query.
-Is there scalp scaling/dandruff?Are there any symptoms like itching?Are the bumps painful?
-Are there patches elsewhere on the body?
-What medications have you tried?Shampoos?Topical lotions? and what is the response to these?
Regards
I suggest possibilities of seb. dermatitis Or psoriasis with folliculitis
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you writing to us at healthcaremagic
I will keep a possibility of either seborrheic dermatitis Or scalp psoriasis with folliculitis.
I would like to request you to upload a few representative photographs of the affected area/patch so that I am able to guide you better.
Also let me know more regarding your query.
-Is there scalp scaling/dandruff?Are there any symptoms like itching?Are the bumps painful?
-Are there patches elsewhere on the body?
-What medications have you tried?Shampoos?Topical lotions? and what is the response to these?
Regards
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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