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Suffering With A Scalp Problem. Black Tar Like Thing Seen. What To Do?

Hi iv been suffering with a scalp problen now im losing what look like little grey stones some are black when i crush then its just grey dust i lose loads every day what ever im doing i hear them hit the floor then i pick them up most are perfectly round and about half size of a pea,and i lose a black tar like thing too and loads of fluff from nowere can u shed some light plz
Thu, 28 Feb 2013
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Welcome to healthcaremagic tomnanne. You condition some what looks like "Black Piedra" to me but direct visual examination may require to confirm the case, (KOH if confusing) Anyway its a fungal infection that can be treated with topical anti-fungal shampoos containing 2% ketoconazole, selsun etc... for better result combining shampoos with topical creams and lotion might help.
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Suffering With A Scalp Problem. Black Tar Like Thing Seen. What To Do?

Welcome to healthcaremagic tomnanne. You condition some what looks like Black Piedra to me but direct visual examination may require to confirm the case, (KOH if confusing) Anyway its a fungal infection that can be treated with topical anti-fungal shampoos containing 2% ketoconazole, selsun etc... for better result combining shampoos with topical creams and lotion might help.